Early Childhood Centre Manager - Goodstart Early Learning

Goodstart Early Learning; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Western Australia seeks an Assistant Director for their Joondalup centre. This full-time role involves supporting the Centre Director and managing operations in their absence. Candidates should have experience in leadership roles within early childhood education. Goodstart offers substantial benefits including salary packaging, childcare discounts, and professional development opportunities. Emphasis on creating a safe and nurturing environment for children is paramount.

Benefits

7% above award rate

Up to 50% discount on childcare fees

Tax benefits through salary packaging

Access to gyms and pools

Wellbeing days

Free flu shot

Cultural Leave

Retail discounts

Uniform allowance

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Assistant Director in early learning settings.
• Ability to support and mentor an educational team.
• Strong understanding of early childhood developmental outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Centre Director in leading the team.
• Manage the centre in the Director's absence.
• Utilize the Goodstart Practice Guide for operations.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Early Childhood Education

Education

Experience as an Assistant Director or similar leadership role

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.

Job description: Role: Assistant Director

Centre: Goodstart Joondalup

Employment Type: Full time, 38 hours

Pay: $42.38 to $43.60 depending on qualification or experience

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

About Goodstart Joondalup:

• We are a 57 place centre
• Located behind the Candlewood shopping centre, within close proximity to Joondalup Primary School. Our aim is to offer a home like atmosphere which encourages children to feel comfortable and confident in their learning environment.
• At Goodstart Joondalup we have 11 highly qualified permanent educators and 1 qualified Teacher who delivers our Kindergarten Program.
• We pride ourselves in offering exceptionally engaging, meaningful child-led programs that allows each child to thrive while following their interest and learning through fun and play.
• Our centre was assessed by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority and we received an overall rating of ‘Exceeding’.

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
• Tax benefits through salary packaging
• 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

Qualifications and Experience:

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

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 Monica 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]

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.

To apply: https://goodstart-early-learning.contactrh.com/jobs/12217/43824555

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