Early Childhood

1 week ago

Saint Leonards, Victoria, Australia Goodstart Early Learning Full time

Role: Centre Director

Location: St Leonards

Centre: Goodstart St Leonards - Christie Street

Employment Type: Full Time

Pay: $ $56.99

  • 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 a seasoned early learning expert ready to elevate your career, refining leadership abilities and crafting a thriving business?

As a crucial member of the Centre Leadership team, you'll be instrumental in supporting and nurturing the growth of our teachers and educators within the center. Building strong connections with children, families, and communities will be at the heart of your role, recognizing the profound impact you have 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

About Goodstart Goodstart St Leonards - Christie Street:

Discover the vibrant world of Goodstart St Leonards, where young minds flourish and dreams take flight As a licensed 66-place long day care centre, we welcome children aged six weeks to five years with open arms. Conveniently located, we are just a stone's throw away from St Leonards train station and bus stop, making commutes a breeze.

At our centre, passion meets professionalism as our dedicated team of enthusiastic, highly qualified, and multi-lingual educators strive to ignite a love for learning in every child. Their wealth of experience creates a nurturing and inclusive environment where each little one can thrive and reach their full potential.

Here, safety is paramount, and every corner resonates with warmth and encouragement. We believe in fostering academic growth and the holistic development of every individual.

What Goodstart can offer you:

  • We truly value you – that's why we pay more. At Goodstart, Centre Directors get at least 12% above the award rate
  • Up to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and 4 weeks paid parental leave – increasing to 6 weeks from December 2023
  • Tax benefits through salary packaging – a great way to pay for expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out
  • Paid professional development - we offer a range of opportunities to grow your skills and your career
  • Wellbeing focus - you'll get two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
  • Additional leave - you'll have the option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
  • Retail discounts - you'll save money on insurance, travel and technology
  • Uniform allowance and employee referral program
  • Security and stability - as Australia's largest provider of early learning and care and a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia's children and their families

You'll need:

  • A 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

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 strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.

Have a question? Contact our Talent Acquisition Team on or via 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.

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Posting Notes: ST LEONARDS, SYDNEY || NSW || Australia (AU) || | SF:00 || Bachelor (ECT) 4yr || Full-Time

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