Role: Centre Director

Location: Griffith, NSW

Centre: Goodstart Griffith – Sanders Street

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (38 hours a week)

Pay: $55.16 to $68.53 per hour (+ $5.69 CD allowance for ECTs), based on experience and qualification + $5k sign-on bonus! (after successful probation)

• 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

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience is a free service for essential workers and their families who are considering moving to, or have moved to, regional NSW. Local Connectors make moving easier by helping you find a home, schools, childcare, job opportunities for your partner, and connections within the community.

Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience   

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.

About Goodstart Griffith – Sanders St: 

• Our welcoming centre caters for up to 52 children across our Nursery, Toddler and Preschool rooms
• Open 7:45 am to 5:45 pm
• Located in a quiet and safe residential area, near school, shops, and local conveniences
• Team of highly qualified centre staff
• Winner of the Making a Difference award in the 2023 Goodies for being recognised as an exceptional and inclusive centre, improving access and participation for children and families
• Unique from other centres with varied natural elements in the outdoor environment
• Strong relationships with the broader Griffith community to enrich children’s learning through excursions and community events

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

What Goodstart can offer you:

• At least 12% above the award rate
• Up to 50% discount on 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 well-being days are included in your personal leave per year
• Free annual flu shot (optional)
• Option to purchase extra leave for an even greater work-life balance  
• First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
• Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology
• Uniform allowance and employee referral program
• As a Centre Director, you may be eligible to access external professional supervision - a confidential and reflective space that fosters professional growth, personal wellbeing, and effective leadership practice within complex and dynamic environments 

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.

Have a question? Contact Ange from our Talent Acquisition Team on (07) 3918 2369 or via email amorrall@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.

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Posting Notes: GRIFFITH DC || NSW || Australia (AU) || | || Bachelor (ECT) 4yr || Full-Time