Employment Type: Full Time Fixed Term until May 2027 Pay: $58.38 - $59.71 per hour, based on experience - Use your experience in early learning to manage and develop your own centre, guiding the next generation of educators

- Competitive pay – 12% above award + childcare discount + salary packaging available
- Work for Australia’s largest early learning Not-for-Profit Are you an experienced early learning professional ready to elevate your career, refine your leadership skills, and drive a thriving business? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! As a Centre Director at Goodstart, you’ll be at the heart of our leadership team, playing a pivotal role in supporting and developing the Teachers and Educators in your centre. You'll build strong, meaningful relationships with children, families, and communities, fully embracing the profound impact of your role in their lives. In this role, you will:
- Deliver our bespoke learning program developed in collaboration with global leaders in pedagogical practice
- Build and encourage a talented team of early learning professionals, sharing your knowledge and contributing to a culture of reflective practice and ongoing improvement
- Work with your team to plan for the future of your centre, building the attendance pipeline and maintaining a revenue-generating business
- Join a passionate, highly skilled team at our 91 placeExceeding-ratedcentre
- Located in the heart of Pakenham’s community precinct, with easy access to shops, schools, health services, and natural spaces like the lake and local parks
- We’re proud of our long-standing partnership with the Bunurong Land Council, which helps shape our curriculum,



embeds First Nations perspectives and guides our centre’s RAP
- Our longstanding team is committed to professional growth and fair with responsibilities—we work hard, support each other, and celebrate together.
- You’ll be supported by a dedicated and collaborative State Leadership team WhatGoodstart can offer you:
- At least 12% above the award rate
- Up to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
- Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price
- Salary packaging benefits available through AccessPay (eligibility applies)
- 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
- As a Centre Director, you may be eligible to access external professional supervision - a confidential and reflective space that fosters qualified growth, personal wellbeing, and effective leadership practice within complex and dynamic environments You’ll need:
- A Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or working towards)




- 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
- Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via Geccko platform Have a question?

Contact Ange

Cummings from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 setting 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 secure 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.

Posting Notes: PAKENHAM || VIC || Australia (AU) || | SF:LI || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time

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