Assistant Director Job Details | Goodstart Early Learning

Role: Assistant Director Location: Meadow Springs, Mandurah W.A. 6210 Centre: Goodstart Meadow Springs Employment Type: Full Time 38 hours per week Pay: $40.65 - $66.09 (Qualification and experience pending) + Superannuation + Benefits 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 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 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 Meadow Springs: 75-place centre with an 85% occupancy rate, providing a warm and welcoming learning environment for children and families. Float Assistant Director role with 2 hours of non-contact time Supportive and collaborative team culture, fostering strong relationships with families and the wider community. Excellent career progression opportunities for an Educational Leader looking to step into a leadership role. Passionate educators committed to high-quality early learning, creating an engaging and inclusive environment for all children. 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 How to apply Diploma OR Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved) Current Western Australia Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification 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. 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. Have a question? Contact Kylie Pearson from the Talent team on or via email At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email 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. YouTube video link : #gsassistantdirector Posting Notes: MEADOW SPRINGS, PERTH||WA || Australia (AU) || | SF:LI || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time #J-18808-Ljbffr