Centre Director

Narooma; Australia; Remote; AUD 80,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award pay

Childcare discount

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

Paid professional development

Wellbeing days

Free annual flu shot

Extra leave options

First Nations support

Retail discounts

Uniform allowance

External professional supervision

Job summary

Goodstart Moama is seeking an experienced Centre Director to lead and develop our Goodstart Moama centre. You will guide educators, nurture partnerships with families and the community, and drive high-quality early learning outcomes.

The role blends strategic centre leadership with financial and operational oversight to ensure a thriving, sustainable service. A strong focus on people, development, and safety underpins daily practice.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education or equivalent.
• Experience leading and managing change in education, health or community services.
• Experience delivering integrated early childhood services in areas of disadvantage.
• Proven commercial and operational performance management.
• Certificate of Completion for National Child Safety Foundation Training (Geccko platform).

Responsibilities

• Deliver our bespoke learning program developed with global leaders in pedagogical practice.
• Build and encourage a talented team of early learning professionals and foster reflective practice.
• Plan for the future of the centre, build attendance pipelines and a revenue-generating business.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Financial management

Operational management

Community services experience

Education

Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Geccko platform

Job description

Role:Centre Director

Location:Moama, NSW

Centre:Goodstart Moama

Employment Type:Full Time / Permanent

Pay:$57.78 - $58.15 per hour + super

• Use your experience in early learning to manage and develop your own centre, guiding the next generation of educators
• Competitive pay - 12% above award + childcare discount + salary packaging available
• Work for Australia's largest early learning Not-for-Profit

Are you an experienced early learning professional ready to elevate your career, refine your leadership skills, and drive a thriving business? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As a Centre Director at Goodstart, you’ll be at the heart of our leadership team, playing a pivotal role in supporting and developing the Teachers and Educators in your centre. You'll build strong, meaningful relationships with children, families, and communities, fully embracing the profound impact of your role in their lives.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver our bespoke learning program developed in collaboration with global leaders in pedagogical practice
• Build and encourage a talented team of early learning professionals, sharing your knowledge and contributing to a culture of reflective practice and ongoing improvement
• Work with your team to plan for the future of your centre, building the attendance pipeline and maintaining a revenue-generating business

About Goodstart Moama:

Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Moama is situated in the heart of the Riverina in a residential area close to schools, shops and local amenities.

Our centre’s team is focused on achieving the highest possible quality of care by providing a variety of detailed and aesthetically pleasing activities for children aged six weeks to six years.

Variety and flexibility play a vital role in the planning of the day-to-day activities at Goodstart Moama. Every child is given a choice, and independence is greatly encouraged through flexible play.

WhatGoodstart can offer you:

• At least 12% above the award rate
• Up to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
• Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price
• Salary packaging benefits available through AccessPay (eligibility applies)
• Paid professional development
• Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
• Free annual flu shot (optional)
• Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
• First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
• Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology
• Uniform allowance and employee referral program
• As a Centre Director, you may be eligible to access external professional supervision - a confidential and reflective space that fosters professional growth, personal wellbeing, and effective leadership practice within complex and dynamic environments

You’ll need:

• A Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or working towards)
• 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
• Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform

YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/ZhCIJrZbRtc

Supporting our people and protecting our children

We're an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We're also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

Safety is our priority and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check along with Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform.

Have a question? Contact Angela Morrall from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email [e-mail]