Assistant Director Job Details | Goodstart Early Learning

Goodstart Early Learning; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early learning center in Gateshead is seeking an experienced Assistant Director to support the Centre Director and lead the team. The ideal candidate will have a Diploma in early childhood education and experience in managing educational change. This full-time role offers competitive pay, childcare discounts and a supportive work environment focused on professional development.

Benefits

Up to 50% discount on childcare fees

Paid professional development

Two wellbeing days included in personal leave per year

Option to purchase extra leave

Uniform allowance

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and managing change within education, health or community services.
• Hold a current NSW Working with Children Check or be willing to obtain one.
• Experience in delivering integrated early childhood services in areas of disadvantage.

Responsibilities

• Support the Centre Director in leadership.
• Mentor and build capabilities within the centre team.
• Manage the centre in the Director's absence.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Commercial acumen

Team management

Education

Diploma in early childhood education

Job description

Role: Assistant Director

Location: Gateshead – Postcode 2290 – NSW

Centre: Goodstart Gateshead

Employment Type: Full-time permanent role

Pay: $42.91 to $ 44.42 per hour plus Super

• 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 who’s ready to take their career to the next level, honing leadership skills and helping to build a successful business?

As the Assistant Director at Goodstart Gateshead, you will use your experience and leadership qualities to engage and motivate your centre team to drive continuous improvement in all aspects across centre operation. You will work in collaboration with your centre leadership team and establish respectful and reciprocal relationships with families and engage in networks within the centre’s local community.

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 Gateshead:

Fantastic opportunity at Goodstart Gateshead where we pride ourselves on fostering an environment of inclusion and support.

Goodstart Gateshead is 86 place centre located close to Lake Macquarie and Charlestown, close to public transport and local shops. Our collaborative work culture means educators, caregivers, and support staff communicating openly, sharing insights, and working together to create a nurturing environment where young children feel safe, engaged, and encouraged to explore.

The centre is Rated Meeting National Quality Standards.

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
• Paid professional development
• 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, then we’d love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.

You’ll need:

• Diploma in early childhood education
• Hold a current NSW Working with Working with Children Check, or be willing to obtain one
• 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. We encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

Have a question? Contact our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or email our Talent Acquisition Partner Lisa Dobson on, [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.

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Posting Notes: GATESHEAD, NEWCASTLE||NSW || Australia (AU) || | SF:LI || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time