Role: Assistant Director

Location: Alfredton, VIC 3350

Centre: Goodstart Alfredton

Employment Type: Full Time

Pay: $ 42.38 - $43.76

• 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 Alfredton, 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 Alfredton:

• Join Alfredton Goodstart, a fun and engaging centre that nurtures children's growth at their own pace through innovative practices.
• Emphasize play-based learning by programming activities centered around children's interests and environmental engagement.
• Align with the Early Years Learning Framework, offering diverse experiences in art, music, and physical activities.
• Benefit from our accredited Kindergarten Program, designed to prepare children for a seamless transition into school.
• Foster secure and supportive relationships with families through our Key Educator approach, built on trust and respect.
• Utilize the Storypark platform for daily updates, ensuring open communication about children's learning and development.
• Enjoy outdoor play areas that enhance children's awareness of their surroundings, featuring sandpits, vegetable gardens, climbing equipment, and shaded spaces.
• Receive all meals, including breakfast and an array of seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables, prepared by our dedicated cook. Come meet our team and explore how we can give your child the best start in life!
  
  

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 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 Bianca Pomery from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email bpomrey@goodstart.org.au

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 deadlycareers@goodstart.org.au

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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