Centre Director

4 weeks ago

Tamworth, Australia Goodstart Early Learning Full time

Lead, inspire, and make a real impact as Centre Director at Goodstart Leeton — where purpose meets opportunity.

Use your experience in early learning to lead your own centre, develop your team, and shape the futures of children in a supportive and community-focused environment. Enjoy competitive pay (12% above award), relocation support, and the satisfaction of working for Australia’s largest not-for-profit early learning provider, where every dollar goes back into our people, programs, and communities.

- Warm, family-friendly regional community that feels like home
- Short commutes, affordable living, and great work-life balance
- Parks, trails, and open spaces for an active outdoor lifestyle

Career & Professional Growth

- Lead with purpose at a values-driven not-for-profit organisation
- Enjoy autonomy to shape learning outcomes and centre success
- Access ongoing training, leadership programs, and clear career pathways
- Relocation support to make your move easy
- 50% childcare discount and 12% above-award pay
- Extra leave options, wellbeing programs, and salary packaging

About the role:

As Centre Director, you’ll lead and inspire your team to deliver high-quality learning outcomes. You’ll foster strong relationships with families and the Leeton community, support educator development, and ensure operational and financial success.

Why Goodstart?

We’re a not-for-profit organisation with a clear purpose — to give every child the best start in life. You’ll join a supportive, inclusive, and growth-focused team that values your wellbeing and professional journey.

Additional benefits:

- Up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
- Fitness Passport – discounted gym & pool access
- Two wellbeing days each year
- Paid professional development and leadership training
- Retail, travel, and insurance discounts

You’ll need:

- A Diploma or 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 Rainbow Leung from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email rleung@goodstart.org.au

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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