Role: Assistant Director 

Location: 132 St Johns Road, Glebe, 2037, NSW 

Centre: Goodstart Glebe

Employment Type: Full time fixed term contract (12 month - start in February 2025) 

Pay: $42.91- $43.83

• 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 Glebe, 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 Glebe:

• Close to shops and amenities for your convenience.
• Conveniently located on St John's Road, just steps away from the vibrant Glebe Point Road.
• Beautifully refurbished centre offering stunning views of the city.
• Led by a Centre Director with over 15 years of early childhood experience, ensuring strong mentorship and guidance.
• Structured leadership role with clear pathways for growth and professional development.

As an Assistant Director, you’ll join a passionate and supportive team that values open communication, shared leadership, and a genuine commitment to making a difference in every child’s learning journey.

This opportunity is perfect for:

• A Room Leader eager to grow into a leadership position and expand their impact.
• An experienced Assistant Director looking for a fresh, inspiring environment.
• A Centre Director seeking a more hands-on, supportive leadership role with a strong team culture.

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 Katya from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email ereshetnikov@goodstart.org.au