Role: Centre Director

Location: Southern Suburbs of Brisbane

Centre: Goodstart Morningside, Junction Road

Employment Type: Full Time

Pay: Negotiable for the right candidate

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• 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

We are looking for a passionate and visionary Centre Director who is driven by the values of inclusion and the commitment to ensuring every child has access to quality early learning. The ideal candidate wakes up each day with a deep-seated motivation to create an inclusive environment where all children feel valued and supported. Their dedication to fostering leadership within their team is fuelled by a desire to inspire and mentor future leaders who share the same unwavering commitment to inclusion and excellence in early childhood education. If you are a dynamic leader whose heart is set on making a positive impact on the lives of children and educators, we would love to hear from you.

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 you!

We are looking for a passionate and visionary Centre Director who is driven by the values of inclusion and the commitment to ensuring every child has access to quality early learning. The ideal candidate wakes up each day with a deep-seated motivation to create an inclusive environment where all children feel valued and supported. Their dedication to fostering leadership within their team is fuelled by a desire to inspire and mentor future leaders who share the same unwavering commitment to inclusion and excellence in early childhood education. If you are a dynamic leader whose heart is set on making a positive impact on the lives of children and educators, we would love to hear from you.

What Goodstart can offer you:

• At least 12% above the award rate
• KPI Rewards
• 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
• Tax benefits through salary packaging
• Paid professional development
• Two well-being 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

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 Anita of our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email alapworth@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: MORNINGSIDE, BRISBANE || QLD || Australia (AU) || [[j2wDept]] || || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time