Role: Centre Director

Location:  Shop 6016 Level 6 520 Oxford Street, BONDI JUNCTION, 2022, NSW

Centre: Goodstart Bondi Junction – Oxford Street West

Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time

Pay: $51.73 - $70.00 (pending qualifications) p/h + Super

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• Use your experience in early learning to manage and develop your own centre, guiding the next generation of educators
• Competitive pay – 12% above award + childcare discount + salary packaging available
• Work for Australia’s largest early learning Not-for-Profit

Are you an experienced early learning professional ready to elevate your career, refine your leadership skills, and drive a thriving business? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As a Centre Director at Goodstart, you’ll be at the heart of our leadership team, playing a pivotal role in supporting and developing the Teachers and Educators in your centre. You'll build strong, meaningful relationships with children, families, and communities, fully embracing the profound impact of your role in their lives.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver our bespoke learning program developed in collaboration with global leaders in pedagogical practice
• Build and encourage a talented team of early learning professionals, sharing your knowledge and contributing to a culture of reflective practice and ongoing improvement
• Work with your team to plan for the future of your centre, building the attendance pipeline and maintaining a revenue-generating business

About Goodstart Bondi Junction – Oxford Street West:

Join us in leading a dynamic team of 21 Early Childhood Professionals, including 3 Early Childhood Teachers, at our vibrant 65-place centre located in Westfield Bondi Centre on the top floor! Surrounded by delightful cafés, shops, gym, and essential amenities, this centre is just a 5-minute stroll from Bondi Junction train station, we have an option of discounted parking in the building.

• Flexible Work Options: Choose between a full-time permanent position of 38 hours weekly or a full-time role of 40 hours per week with a Rostered Day Off each month.
• Leadership Role: Lead and mentor a passionate team dedicated to early childhood education.
• Quality Assurance: Our centre successfully completed the Assessment & Rating process in August 2024, achieving meeting across all 7 National Quality Standards (NQS).
• Dedicated Spaces: Enjoy a separate staff and planning room to enhance teamwork and creativity.
• Opening Hours: 7:00am to 6:00pm (Monday to Friday).

What Goodstart can offer you:

💰 At least 12% 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

📚 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 and childcare discounts on insurance, travel and technology

👕Uniform allowance and employee referral program

You’ll need:

• A Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education
• Current NSW Working with Children Check
• 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, Salena Vo on svo@goodstar.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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