Assistant Director

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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 Bertram
Join a team of dedicated, qualified educators who provide a quality early learning program in all environments
All five of our dedicated learning rooms have qualified group leaders who lead their team of assistants, supporting up to 97 children each day
Our educators pride themselves on creating programs that give children a strong sense of identity and well-being to become confident and involved learners. They acknowledge that children learn in a variety of ways and vary in their capabilities and pace of learning and we'd like you to join us
Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Bertram is located in a safe and convenient area, close to schools and shops as well as transport routes and community services.
What Goodstart can offer you
Paid professional development
A healthy work-life balance with a 3 week rotating roster (open-middle-close), plus the option to discuss a 4 day working week
Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
Free annual flu shot (optional)
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.
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.
**Posting Notes**: BERTRAM, PERTH || WA || Australia (AU) || j2wDept || SF: LI || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time