Role: Centre Director

Location: Coffs Harbour

Centre: Goodstart Coffs Harbour

Employment Type: Full Time

Pay: $37.02 - $56.99 (Based on experience & qualification)

• 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 a dynamic early-learning professional eager to elevate your career to new heights? Join our energetic team and embark on a journey of leadership and success!

As a vital member of the Centre Leadership team, you'll champion the growth and development of our passionate Teachers and Educators. Dive into meaningful connections with children, families, and communities, recognizing the profound impact you make in their lives.

Seize this opportunity to unleash your leadership potential, ignite enthusiasm, and create a thriving environment where every child can flourish. Together, let's inspire greatness and shape the future of early education with boundless energy and positivity!

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 Goodstart Coffs Harbour

Discover the vibrant world of Goodstart Coffs Harbour, where convenience meets joy! Nestled near the CBD in a peaceful residential area, our 86-place centre is the perfect haven for little ones aged six weeks to six years. Our passionate team of experienced, qualified, and long-serving caregivers dedicates themselves to tailoring each child's journey within the Early Years Learning Framework. Our expansive outdoor wonderland boasts two playgrounds, lush gardens, and sensory-rich spaces, fostering sustainability and diversity themes.

Embrace a community that celebrates differences. We welcome refugee families, creating a melting pot of cultures. Join our partnership of learning with parents and families, where open communication fuels the highest-quality early education. At Goodstart Coffs Harbour, every day is a boundless adventure of growth, discovery, and joyful connections!

What Goodstart can offer you:

• We truly value you – that’s why we pay more. At Goodstart, Centre Directors get at least 12% above the award rate
• Up to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and 4 weeks paid parental leave – increasing to 6 weeks from December 2023 
• Tax benefits through salary packaging – a great way to pay for expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out
• Paid professional development - we offer a range of opportunities to grow your skills and your career 
• Wellbeing focus - you’ll get two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
• Additional leave - you’ll have the option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance  
• Retail discounts - you’ll save money on insurance, travel and technology
• Uniform allowance and employee referral program
• Security and stability - as Australia’s largest provider of early learning and care and a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia’s children and their families

You’ll need:

• A Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or working towards) 
• 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 strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.

Have a question? Contact our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email recruitment@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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Posting Notes: COFFS HARBOUR || NSW || Australia (AU) || | SF:LI || Bachelor (ECT) 4yr || Full-Time