Role: Assistant DirectorLocation: Melrose Park South AustraliaCentre: Goodstart Melrose ParkEmployment Type: Full TimePay: Ranges from $34.64 to $56.99 - qualification and experience dependentUse 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 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 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 Melrose Park:Goodstart Melrose Park is a 70 place early learning centre located close to local schools and shops. Catering for children aged 6 weeks to school aged, we have four dedicated learning spaces at our centre - Nursey, Toddler and Preschool. Check out our community to keep in touch with what's happening in our centre.Goodstart Melrose Park is rated as Exceeding National Quality Standards and is led by our Director Caddie who has been at the centre for 10 years. See our Join the team video link that gives you a brief view of our centre and our amazing team : https://youtu.be/RGg2KeZQkfoWhat 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 rateUp to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and 4 weeks paid parental leave - increasing to 6 weeks from December 2023Tax benefits through salary packaging - a great way to pay for expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken outPaid professional development - we offer a range of opportunities to grow your skills and your careerWellbeing focus - you'll get two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per yearAdditional leave - you'll have the option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balanceRetail discounts - you'll save money on insurance, travel and technologyUniform allowance and employee referral programSecurity 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 familiesYou'll need:Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) or a Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved equivalent)Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality StandardsCurrent Working with Children CheckIf 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 our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via emailSupporting 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. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.YouTube video link:#gsassistantdirectorPosting Notes: MELROSE PARK DC || SA || Australia (AU) || | SF:LI || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time
