Employment Type: Full Time Fix Term till February 2026
Pay: $40.65 - $41.98 p/h + super
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 who’s ready to take their career to the next level, honing leadership skills and helping to build a successful business?
As the Assistant Director, you will use your experience and leadership qualities to engage and motivate your centre team to drive continuous improvement in all aspects across centre operation. You will work in collaboration with your centre leadership team and establish respectful and reciprocal relationships with families and engage in networks within the centre’s local community.
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 Preston Regent Street:
Established 99 place centre, situated in a prime location near High Street Preston and within walking distance of Regent Railway Station
Our centre is a warm and friendly place where we provide children with a diverse range of cultural experiences and encourage an inclusive environment
We have carefully designed and planned spaces to encourage a stronger understanding of the environment and sustainability and are visited monthly by sustainable program ‘Lil Sprouts’
You will be joining a long-standing team of highly qualified Educators who work well together
What Goodstart can offer you:
We truly value you – that’s why we pay more. At Goodstart, Assistant Directors get at least 7% above the award rate
Up to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and 4 weeks paid parental leave
Tax benefits through salary packaging – a great way to pay for expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out
Paid professional development - we offer a range of opportunities to grow your skills and your career
Security and stability - as Australia’s largest provider of early learning and care and a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia’s children and their families
You’ll need:
Diploma of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved)ONLY
Hold a current Working with Children Check, or be willing to obtain one
Holds a current Police Check or is willing to obtain one upon request
Substantial experience as a Senior Educator or in a similar role
Working in a float position, mentor and build capabilities mentor within the centre team by providing hands-on support, sharing best practice, and fostering professional growth
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
Click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your application.
Have a question? Contact Metty from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email mganhewage@goodstart.org.au
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.
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.
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. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.
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Posting Notes: PRESTON LOWER || VIC || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time