Role: Assistant Director

Location: Caloundra, Sunshine Coast QLD 4551

Centre: Goodstart Caloundra

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay:  $40.65 - $66.09 p/h (Depending on qualification & experience) + Super

• 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 Caloundra, 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 Caloundra:

Step into a Leadership role with purpose and heart at Goodstart Caloundra! Are you ready to grow your career in early childhood education while making a meaningful impact in your community? We’re looking for a dedicated and motivated Assistant Director to join our well-established, community-connected 75-place centre.

• Thrive in a leadership role that offers the perfect balance of operational support, team mentoring, and pedagogical leadership.
• Full-time role within operating hours of 6:15am – 6:15pm, Monday to Friday.
• Work alongside with the Centre Director in a centre with 91.1% occupancy year to date – a reflection of our trusted reputation and strong community ties.
• Support the Key Educator Approach, helping to nurture deep, consistent relationships with children and their families.
• Be inspired by our centre vision: “Together as a family, for children” – a warm, respectful, and inclusive culture for educators, children, and families alike.

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

🏋 Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price

💳 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

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 QLD Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification
• Willing to undergo a Police Check

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 Wendy from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email wcameron@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.