Location:
41 Council Ave, Rockingham WA ****
Centre:
Goodstart Rockingham
Employment Type:
Full Time / 38 hours per week
Pay:
$***** - $***** (Qualification and experience pending) + Superannuation + Benefits
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, 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 Rockingham Meadow Springs:
A Beautiful 77-place centre providing a warm and welcoming learning environment for children and families.
Nestled near community facilities, 24hr gym, and shops,



making it easy for families to access essential services.
Effortless Commute: With a bus stop right outside our Centre, your daily commute is hassle-free.
Float Assistant Director role with 2 hours of non-contact time
Excellent career progression opportunities for an Educational Leader looking to step into a leadership role.
Passionate educators committed to high-quality early learning, creating an engaging and inclusive environment for all children.
Enjoy hassle-free commutes with plenty of parking available
Work alongside our incredible Centre Director, who brings over 15 years of experience and a genuine passion for nurturing talent and fostering growth.
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
How to apply
Diploma OR Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved)
Current Western Australia Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification
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.
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.
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 ******
Supporting our people and protecting our children
We're an equal chance 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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📌 Assistant Director (Western Australia)
🏢 Goodstart Early Learning
📍 Western Australia