Company description
Goodstart is Australia's largest early learning provider.
As a not–for–profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia's children and their families.
Our people are our foundation, together we are working to ensure children have the learning, development and wellbeing outcomes they need for school and life.
Job description
Role: Assistant Director
Location: 4 Lavender Gardens, Halls Head WA ****
Centre: Goodstart Halls Head
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 Halls Head




Prime Location – Enjoy the convenience of nearby local schools and shopping centres within just 2km!
Whether it's a coffee run or a quick errand, everything you need is right around the corner.
Free Onsite Parking – Start your day stress-free with easy, secure parking available right at the centre.
Supportive & Fun Team – Become part of a friendly and inclusive team that truly supports one another.
With flexible shifts on a 3-week rotating roster (early, middle, late), you'll enjoy a healthy work-life balance in a fun, collaborative environment.
Our Centre – Our 75-place centre offers five dynamic learning rooms filled with curiosity, creativity, and discovery.
With large indoor and outdoor play areas, children are encouraged to explore, imagine, and thrive in a nurturing setting.
Experienced Leadership – Led by a passionate Centre Director with 5 years' experience and a highly skilled Assistant Director with over 20 years in early learning, you'll be supported by leaders who are committed to your growth, wellbeing, and success.
A Richly Diverse Culture – Celebrate the beauty of multiculturalism!
Our team and families represent cultures from China, Malaysia, New Zealand, Africa, First Nations communities, and more.
With languages spoken including Spanish, Portuguese, Hindi, Punjabi, Bangladeshi, Yoruba, and Vietnamese, we create an inclusive and vibrant space for everyone to feel seen, heard, and valued.




Our Vision – "To provide a home away from home, where children can dream, believe, and learn in a safe, nurturing, enriched environment."
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
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
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 protected 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.
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Contact: Smitha Aiholli from the Talent team on ************** or via email ******
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📌 Early Childhood Education Centre Manager - Goodstart Early Learning (Mandurah)
🏢 Goodstart Early Learning
📍 Mandurah