Lead Assistant Director – Early Learning Center

Goodstart Early Learning; Sydney; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award pay

Childcare discount

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

Wellbeing days

Free flu shot

Extra leave

First Nations support

Retail discounts

Uniform allowance

Employee referral program

Job summary

Goodstart Merrylands is seeking an experienced Assistant Director to lead and support the centre team, partnering with the Centre Director to deliver high-quality early learning and care.

You will mentor staff, manage centre operations in the Director’s absence, and implement the Goodstart Practice Guide while building strong relationships with families and the local community. Competitive above-award pay and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in early learning and centre leadership.
• Ability to mentor and build capabilities within the team.
• Experience supporting the Centre Director and managing centre operations.
• Commitment to safeguarding and compliance with child safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Centre Director in leading the team to provide high-quality early learning and care.
• Mentor and develop capabilities within the centre team.
• Be responsible for the overall management of the centre in the Centre Director’s absence.
• Implement and uphold the Goodstart Practice Guide.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Mentoring

Early childhood education

Education

Diploma - Children’s Services

Job description

Goodstart Merrylands is seeking an experienced Assistant Director to lead and support the centre team, partnering with the Centre Director to deliver high-quality early learning and care.

You will mentor staff, manage centre operations in the Director’s absence, and implement the Goodstart Practice Guide while building strong relationships with families and the local community. Competitive above-award pay and benefits apply.