Assistant Director Job Details

Role: Assistant DirectorLocation: All Adelaide, SACentre: Goodstart BurtonEmployment Type: Full-time, PermanentPay: $39.28 - $40.56/hr + SuperUse your experience in early learning and work alongside our Centre Director to support our centre and teamCompetitive pay at least 7% above award + a range of benefits including childcare discount + salary packaging availableWork for Australia's largest early learning Not-for-ProfitAre 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, 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 careMentor and build capabilities within the centre teamBe responsible for the overall management of the centre in the Centre Director's absenceUse and implement the Goodstart Practice GuideAbout Goodstart Burton:Goodstart Burton is a purpose-built, 84-place centre offering care for children from six weeks to school age, with four nurturing rooms designed to support each developmental stage.The centre provides a play-based curriculum aligned with the Early Years Learning FrameworkStrong community connections, with a focus on inclusive practices and partnerships with local services and families.Dedicated and experienced team of educators passionate about early childhood development and long-term educator retention.WhatGoodstart can offer you:Receive at least 7% above the award rateUp to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leaveTax benefits through salary packagingFitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted pricePaid professional developmentTwo wellbeing days included in your personal leave per yearFree annual flu shot (optional)Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balanceFirst Nations Support and Cultural LeaveRetail discounts on insurance, travel and technologyUniform allowance and employee referral programIf 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 applyClick '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 Vinisha from our Talent Acquisition Team on or via email Supporting our people and protecting our childrenWe'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.
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