Role: Assistant Director

Location: Bondi Junction, NSW

Centre: Goodstart Bondi Junction – Oxford Street North  

Employment Type: Permanent, Fulltime

Pay: $41.47 - $42.92 p/h

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• Help provide the best start to a child’s life. Make a lasting impact while growing an incredible career
• Competitive salary package on par with state primary school Teachers
• Get 50% discount off your childcare gap fees + paid parental leave

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 Bondi Junction – Oxford Street North 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 Bondi Junction – Oxford Street North:

Goodstart Bondi Junction - Oxford Street North is an exciting opportunity located on the vibrant sixth floor of the bustling Westfield shopping centre. This purpose-built facility offers a prime location with effortless access to Bondi Junction Terminal, making your commute a breeze. Plus, we have dedicated parking spaces reserved for Goodstart on Level R1 of the Westfield car park.

• Enjoy a Rostered Day Off (RDO) to enhance your work-life balance.
• Engage directly with children in a hands-on position within the 0-2 age group.
• Benefit from 2 hours each week dedicated to professional development tailored for you as the Assistant Director.
• Experience a flexible roster that includes both set and rotating shifts to suit your lifestyle.
• Collaborate with Early Childhood Professionals, fostering a rich learning environment.
• Be part of a vibrant 65-place Centre, where every day brings new opportunities.
• Utilise a separate staff planning room, designed for your convenience and creativity.
• Opening hours: 7am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.
• Enjoy immediate access to shops, cafés, gyms, and public transport right at your doorstep!

Join us at Goodstart Bondi Junction - Oxford Street North and be a part of an inspiring team dedicated to nurturing young minds in an engaging and supportive environment!
 

What Goodstart can offer you:

💰 Competitive pay - you’ll get paid well above award and receive a package comparable to state primary school teachers (our Graduate Teacher starting salary is $80,000)
👨‍💻 Regular professional development sessions including workshops and Professional Online Discussions aligned to your career stage and connecting you with peers, mentors and more experienced teachers
📚 Access to a dedicated Teachers’ Community through our Learning Portal with its comprehensive library of professional learning and development resources
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 A mentor to support you through your teacher accreditation or registration process (in states where this is mandated)
👨‍👧‍👦 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
💆🏽‍♀️ 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.

You’ll need:

• Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved)
• Current NSW Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification
• Hold active accreditation with NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
• Experience with leading and managing change within education, health or community services
• Experience in delivering integrated early childhood services in areas of disadvantage
• Proven commercial acumen with financial and operational performance management

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. We encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. 

Have a question? Contact our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or email our Talent Acquisition Partner, Katya Reshetnikova on ereshetnikov@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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