Assistant Director, Early Learning — Lead & Grow Team

Goodstart Early Learning; Nelson Bay; On-site; AUD 92,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award pay

Childcare discount

Salary packaging

Wellbeing days

Flu shot

Uniform allowance

Employee referral

Job summary

Goodstart Nelson Bay seeks an experienced Assistant Director to lead the centre team and collaborate with the Centre Director to drive quality in early learning. You will motivate staff, support families, and uphold efficient centre operations.

You will hold a Diploma in Early Childhood, NSW Working with Children Check, and proven leadership in education or community services. The role offers above-award pay, generous benefits, and growth opportunities within Australia’s largest early learning

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved).
• Hold a NSW Working with Children Check, or be willing to obtain one.
• Experience with leading and managing change within education, health or community services.
• Experience in delivering integrated early childhood services in areas of disadvantage.
• Proven commercial acumen with financial and operational performance management.

Responsibilities

• Support the Centre Director in the leadership of the team to provide high-quality early learning and care.
• Mentor and build capabilities within the centre team.
• Be responsible for the overall management of the centre in the Centre Director’s absence.
• Use and implement the Goodstart Practice Guide.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Change management

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood or equivalent

Job description

Goodstart Nelson Bay seeks an experienced Assistant Director to lead the centre team and collaborate with the Centre Director to drive quality in early learning. You will motivate staff, support families, and uphold efficient centre operations.

You will hold a Diploma in Early Childhood, NSW Working with Children Check, and proven leadership in education or community services. The role offers above-award pay, generous benefits, and growth opportunities within Australia’s largest early learning