Assistant Director

**Role**: Assistant Director
**Location**: Nelson Bay, NSW 2315
**Centre**: Goodstart Nelson Bay
**Employment Type**: Full-time, Permanent
**Pay**: $41.47 - $42.43 p/h + Superannuation + Benefits
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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 Nelson Bay 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 Nelson Bay
We are on a look out for an enthusiastic and dedicated Assistant Director to join our vibrant 59-place centre in beautiful Nelson Bay. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in dynamic environment close to the beach, town and surrounded by nature.
Float between rooms, supporting educators and assist where needed.
Assist with planning and documentation - 2 hours weekly dedicated to paperwork (with potential for more).
Collaborate with the Centre Director to drive the centre’s vision and initiatives.
Supervise staff, offering guidance and promoting strong team dynamic. Maintaining a positive, supportive work culture.
Foster a safe and respectful environment for children and staff.
Engage with the local community through events and programs.
This floating role primarily supports educators in various rooms, helping to identify needs, providing supervision, and working alongside the team to build a cohesive and strong staff culture. The position requires flexibility and a commitment to improving educational outcomes and the wellbeing of both children and staff.
**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.
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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