Assistant Director

2 weeks ago


Newcastle, Australia Goodstart Early Learning Full time

**Role**: Assistant Director
**Location**: Cameron Park, NSW 2285
**Centre**: Goodstart Cameron Park
**Employment Type**: Full-time, Permanent
**Pay**: $41.47 - $63.86 p/h (Depending on qualification & experience) + Super
The Federal Government’s 10% wage boost is here
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 Cameron Park, 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 Cameron Park**:
Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated early childhood professional looking to make a meaningful impact? Goodstart Cameron Park is seeking an Assistant Director to join our vibrant and nurturing community.
Nestled in a cozy pocket of suburbia, our exceeding purpose-built 70-place centre has been a cornerstone of the Cameron Park community since 2006. Conveniently located near residential estates, local schools, shops, and community facilities.
This exciting role is a full-time, permanent position, offering stability and the opportunity to grow within our supportive and dynamic team
Lead and guide a well-established team of 25 Early Childhood Professionals
Enjoy the dynamic nature of a float position, where you'll have the opportunity to work across different rooms and age groups, bringing your expertise and enthusiasm to various learning environments.
**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
Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price
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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