Centre Director

Goodstart Early Learning; Gosford; On-site; AUD 111,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% above award

Childcare discount

Salary packaging

Wellbeing days

Fitness Passport

Uniform allowance

External professional supervision

Job summary

Goodstart Mannering Park is seeking a Centre Director to lead a two-space centre and a dedicated team, guiding children, families and staff toward outstanding learning and wellbeing outcomes.

You'll drive pedagogical excellence, build partnerships with local schools and communities, and manage operations with a focus on sustainable growth and service quality.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 knowledge and fostering reflective practice.
• Work with your team to plan for the future of your centre, building attendance and sustaining a revenue-generating operation.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Commercial acumen

Team building

Education

Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or working towards)

Job description

Goodstart is Australia's largest early learning provider. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia's children and their families. Our people are our foundation, together we are working to ensure children have the learning, development and wellbeing outcomes they need for school and life.

Location: Mannering Park, NSW

Employment Type: Full Time

Pay: $56.32 - $76.59 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

• 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

What is Goodstart Plus?

Goodstart Plus is our enhanced, integrated place-based approach. It has been designed to ensure that every child gets the support they need during the foundational first five years of childhood to help them thrive now and when they start school, no matter where they live or their life circumstances.

Building on Goodstart's high quality, inclusive early learning, Goodstart Plus provides additional support, specialist expertise and stronger connections with families and community services to help children develop the skills, confidence and capabilities they need for their early childhood and their successful transition to school. The model also assists families and carers to access additional supports that make a meaningful difference.

About Goodstart Mannering Park:

Located on Vales Road in the heart of the Mannering Park community, Goodstart Mannering Park is a welcoming and inclusive centre caring for children aged 12 months to six years.

As Centre Director, you'll lead a passionate and experienced team across two engaging indoor learning spaces and natural outdoor environments, supporting a strong culture of collaboration, connection and quality early learning.

Our inquiry-based programs are guided by the Early Years Learning Framework and shaped around each child's strengths, interests and developmental needs. You'll have the opportunity to inspire your team to deliver meaningful learning experiences while building strong, trusted relationships with children and families.

Community connection is at the heart of Goodstart Mannering Park, with established relationships with local schools including Mannering Park Public School and Wyee Public School. As Centre Director, you'll play an important role in strengthening these partnerships and supporting children and families through their transition to school.

As a Goodstart Plus centre, you'll also be supported with additional resources, specialist expertise and tailored support to strengthen outcomes for children, families and educators. This is an opportunity to lead a well-established centre, develop a dedicated team and make a meaningful difference within the Mannering Park community.

What Goodstart 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)
• 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

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.

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