Role: Assistant Director
Centre: Goodstart Griffith – Sanders St, NSW
Employment Type: Fixed-Term (12 months) Full-Time - 38 hours per week
Pay: $***** - $***** per hour + Super
Use your experience in early learning and work alongside our Centre Director to support our centre and teamCompetitive pay at least 7% above award + a range of benefits including childcare discount + salary packaging availableWork for Australia's largest early learning Not-for-Profit
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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 Estella, 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 careMentor and build capabilities within the centre teamBe responsible for the overall management of the centre in the Centre Director's absenceUse and implement the Goodstart Practice Guide
About Goodstart Griffith – Sanders St




Our welcoming centre caters for up to 52 children across our Nursery, Toddler and Preschool roomsOpen 7:45 am to 5:45 pmLocated in a quiet and safe residential area, near school, shops, and local conveniencesTeam of highly qualified centre staffWinner of the Making a Difference award in the **** Goodies for being recognised as an exceptional and inclusive centre, improving access and participation for children and familiesUnique from other centres with wide-ranging natural elements in the outdoor environmentStrong relationships with the broader Griffith community to enrich children's learning through excursions and community events
What Goodstart Can Offer You
Receive at least 7% above the award rateUp to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leaveSalary packaging benefits available through AccessPay (eligibility applies)Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted pricePaid professional developmentTwo wellbeing days included in your personal leave per yearFree annual flu shot (optional)Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work-life balance First Nations Support and Cultural LeaveRetail discounts on insurance, travel and technologyUniform allowance and employee referral program




If you have previous experience as an Assistant Director or in a centre leadership position, or similar, 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 Ange from our Talent Acquisition Team on ************ or via email ******
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 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 along with a Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via the Geccko platform.
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Posting Notes: GRIFFITH DC || NSW || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time

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