Centre Leader - Goodstart Early Learning

Goodstart Early Learning; Gladstone Regional; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7% above award rate

Childcare discount

Salary packaging available

Fitness Passport

Wellbeing days

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Goodstart Early Learning in Gladstone, QLD is seeking an experienced Assistant Director to partner with the Centre Director and drive high-quality early learning and care. You will lead the centre team, mentor staff, and build strong relationships with families and the local community.

The position offers competitive pay, childcare discounts, salary packaging, and wellbeing benefits. Join Australia’s largest not-for-profit early learning provider and help deliver school readiness and exceptional

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood education leadership is a plus.
• Ability to mentor and develop centre staff.

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.

Job description

Centre Leader - Goodstart Early Learning Goodstart Early Learning Boyne Valley, QLD, AU

Company 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.
Job description: Role: Assistant Director

Location: Gladstone, QLD

Centre: Goodstart Gladstone - Beak St

Pay: $44.39 - $45.67 per hr - Depending on experience

Use your experience in early learning and work alongside our Centre Director to support our centre and team

Competitive pay at least 7% above award + a range of benefits including childcare discount + salary packaging available

Work for Australia’s largest early learning Not-for-Profit

Are you an experienced early learning professional eager to advance your career, sharpen your leadership skills, and contribute to building a thriving business? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As the Assistant Director at Goodstart Gladstone- Beak st, you'll leverage your expertise and leadership to inspire and motivate your centre team, driving continuous improvement across all areas of centre operations. Collaborate with our dedicated leadership team, forge respectful and reciprocal relationships with families, and actively engage with the local community networks.

In this role, you will:

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

About Goodstart Gladstone - Beak st:

• Be part of a long-standing, supportive team with experienced educators who have built trusted relationships with families and the local community over many years.
• Be mentored and supported by an experienced CD with over 25 years of experience in Early Education
• Enjoy a welcoming and inclusive culture where diversity is celebrated, collaboration is valued, and every team member contributes to creating a warm, family-focused atmosphere.

Make a meaningful impact behind the scenes by supporting a centre that is passionate about school readiness, exceptional customer service and helping every child thrive.

What Goodstart can offer you:

Receive at least 7% above the award rate

Up to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave

Salary packaging benefits available through AccessPay (eligibility applies)

Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price

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

If you have previous experience as an Assistant Director or in a centre leadership position, or similar, we’d love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.

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]

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.