Centre Director

Goodstart Early Learning; The Meadows; On-site; AUD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early learning organization in Australia is seeking a Centre Director to manage and develop their new centre in The Meadows. You will support teachers, build relationships with families, and ensure a thriving educational environment. The role offers competitive pay, childcare discounts, and various benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional in early childhood education to shape a new centre's culture and learning environment.

Benefits

12% above award rate

Up to 50% childcare discount

Paid parental leave up to 6 weeks

Access to gyms and pools at a discounted price

Salary packaging tax benefits

Two wellbeing days per year

Free annual flu shot

First Nations Support and Cultural Leave

Retail discounts

Uniform allowance

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• Experience with leading and managing change within education, health or community services.
• Proven commercial acumen with financial and operational performance management.
• Experience in delivering integrated early childhood services in areas of disadvantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the centre, guiding the next generation of educators.
• Support and develop Teachers and Educators in the centre.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and communities.

Skills

Leadership skills

Commercial acumen

Early childhood education knowledge

Change management experience

Education

Bachelor in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Overview

Centre: Goodstart Willowdale - Jamboree Avenue

Pay: $51- $54 per hr

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!

Responsibilities

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.

• 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 Willowdale - Jamboree Avenue

• Goodstart Willowdale Jamboree Avenue is a brand new 123 place centre, currently undergoing construction and due to open in March 2026
• state of the art facilities and thoughtfully designed learning environments
• Fantastic opportunity to lead and shape the culture of a brand-new centre from day one

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
• Tax benefits through salary packaging
• 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

You’ll need

• A Bachelor in Early Childhood Education
• 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

How to apply

Click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your application.

We review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.

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

At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email [e-mail]

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.