Assistant Director

**Role**: Assistant Director
**Location**: Sunshine Coast
**Centre**: Goodstart Little Mountain, Gumtree Pocket
**Employment Type**: Permanent Full-Time
**Pay**: Above Award Wages + Super + 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 Springfield Lakes, 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 Little Mountain, Gumtree Pocket
**Prime Location**: Located in Parklands Estate, just minutes from some of the Sunshine Coast’s most popular beaches. Convenient access to schools, shops, main roads, and public transport.
**Leadership in Community Engagement**: We pride ourselves on fostering strong, lasting relationships with families and actively engaging with the local community, creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.
**Educational Excellence**: Our centre follows the Early Years Learning Framework, with play-based learning at the core. As Assistant Director, you’ll support the delivery of programs that challenge children and help them thrive in all areas of development.
**Collaborative and Dynamic Environment**: You’ll work alongside a passionate team in a well-resourced centre where each room—from Nursery to Kindergarten—is designed to promote sensory and play-based learning.
**Innovative Outdoor Learning**: Our centre features three age-specific outdoor play areas filled with modern equipment, encouraging exploration and physical development. As part of our sustainability focus, you’ll help lead initiatives like recycling, composting, and water conservation.
**Child-Centered Leadership**: You’ll play a key role in recognising and nurturing each child’s individuality, helping to deliver high-quality care that supports both children and staff in a safe, positive, and growth-oriented environment.
**Career Pathways and Development**: At Goodstart, we offer robust professional development opportunities. As Assistant Director, you’ll have the chance to further your leadership skills while contributing to the success of a high-performing centre.
**What Goodstart can offer you**:
Receive at least 7% above the award rate
50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
Tax benefits through salary packaging
Paid professional development
Two well-being 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
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
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.
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**Posting Notes**: LITTLE MOUNTAIN, SUNSHINE COAST || QLD || Australia (AU) || | SF: LI || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time