Assistant Director

3 days ago


Bendigo, Victoria, Australia Goodstart Early Learning Full time
Role: Assistant Director

Location: 32 Somerville St, Bendigo VIC 3550

Centre: Goodstart Flora Hill

Employment Type: full time 38 hours across 5 days

Pay: $ $41.98 p/h + super

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 Flora Hill 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 Goodstart Flora Hill
  • We are a 75 place purpose-built centre located in central Bendigo
  • Our centre is on the lands of the Dja Dja Wurrung people and we embed the culture and values of the Djaara people into our curriculum and environments
  • We are highly engaged with families and local community, with many incursions and excursions occurring throughout the year

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
  • Paid professional development
  • Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
  • 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

You'll Need
  • Diploma of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved)
  • Hold a current Working with Children Check, or be willing to obtain one
  • Holds a current Police Check or is willing to obtain one upon request
  • Substantial experience as a Senior Educator or in a similar role
  • Working in a float position, mentor and build capabilities mentor within the centre team by providing hands-on support, sharing best practice, and fostering professional growth

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.

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 encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

Have a question? Contact Metty from 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: FLORA HILL, BENDIGO || VIC || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time
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