Assistant Director

**Role**: Assistant Director
**Location**: St Leonards, NSW
**Centre**: Goodstart St Leonards
**Employment Type**: Permanent, Fulltime
**Pay**: $38.12 - $59.13 p/h (Pending qualification)
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 St Leonards, 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 St Leonards**:
Goodstart St Leonards is looking for an experienced Assistant Director to support and guide our passionate team and continue the success of our Exceeding-rated centre. Located just a 5-minute stroll from St Leonards train station and bus stops, our centre is easily accessible, making your commute stress-free.
2 hours a week of dedicated Professional Developmen
**Exceeding Standards**: Lead a centre recognised for its quality in early childhood education, rated "Exceeding" by ACECQA.
Welcoming atmosphere with refreshed facilities—including a newly painted centre and a brand-new kitchen.
**Collaborative Culture**: Guide a team of 16 dedicated professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional care and education.
**Growing Community Demand**: With strong occupancy at 85%, you’ll lead a centre in high demand, serving local families with pride.
**Convenient Parking**: Enjoy the added perk of on-site parking for a hassle-free commute.
This is your chance to step into a role where you can truly make a difference in the lives of young children and be a part of a community that values and supports its team members. Join us at Goodstart St Leonards and lead with purpose
**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
‍ ️Free annual flu shot (optional)
✈️ Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
Retail and childcare 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.
**You’ll need**:
A Diploma or bachelor’s in early childhood education
Hold a current Working with Children Check, or be willing to obtain one
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
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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