Assistant Director

Goodstart Early Learning

  • Narre Warren North, VIC
  • $40.65-41.82 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Role: Assistant DirectorLocation: 147-149 Kurrajong Road, Narre Warren, 3805, VICCentre: Goodstart Narre Warren NorthEmployment Type: Full Time - PermanentPay: $40.65 - $41.82 p/h + super (depending on qualification and experience)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 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 Narre Warren North:
  • Join a strong, family-centred 60-place centre with deep roots in the local Narre Warren North community.
  • Located in the heart of Casey, our centre is close to schools, shops, and public amenities, with convenient onsite parking for staff.
  • Our light-filled rooms from Nursery to Kindergarten are designed to inspire, with engaging, play-based setups aligned to the Early Years Learning Framework.
  • Discover outdoor spaces that promote exploration and sustainability-featuring sandpits, veggie gardens, chickens, dry creek beds, a compost bin, and a worm farm.
  • Our Centre Director has been with Goodstart for 15 years, and one of our incredible educators has been with the centre for over 25 years-reflecting the stability and team spirit you'll be stepping into.
  • If you're looking for a centre with strong leadership, strong values, and a warm, community feel-this is the place for you.
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
  • Tax benefits through salary packaging
  • Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price
  • 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 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 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.For more information contract VIC recruiter Melanie - 03 9648 9857 /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. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.YouTube video link:Posting Notes: NARRE WARREN NORTH, MELBOURNE || VIC || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time

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