Role:Assistant Director 
Location: Toowoomba & Darling Downs Region
Centre: Goodstart Middle Ridge
Employment Type: Full Time 
Pay: Above Award Wages + Super + Benefits
 

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• 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 Middle Ridge 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 Middle Ridge

Are you ready to take the next step in your early childhood education career? We’re looking for a passionate and dedicated Assistant Director to support our dynamic team.

• Great Location: Located in Toowoomba’s vibrant heart, close to new residential areas, schools, shops, and community services.
• Community Connections: With 15+ years of service, we’ve built strong ties with local families, schools, and services.
• Top Resources & Programs: Our well-equipped centre supports learning from Nursery to Kindergarten, with programs aligned to the Early Years Learning Framework and Queensland Kindergarten Guidelines.
• Outdoor Learning: Our lush outdoor spaces feature bike tracks, veggie gardens, and play areas promoting nature and sustainability.
• Dedicated Team: Our passionate educators provide stability and form lasting relationships with children and families.
• Quality Focus: We’re committed to delivering the best childcare and education, always putting children and families first.

If you’re an enthusiastic leader ready to make an impact, apply today and become part of the Goodstart Middle Ridge community!

What Goodstart can offer you:

• 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 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. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.

Have a question? Contact Merlin of our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email mmathews2@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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