Role: Assistant Director

Location: All Adelaide, SA

Centre: Goodstart Pooraka

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $39.28 - $40.41/hr + Super

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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 Pooraka, 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 Pooraka:

·       55-place centre located in the welcoming Montague Farm community, offering a close-knit and supportive environment.

·       Collaborate closely with the Centre Director and a team of educators whose experience ranges from 1 to 30 years, fostering a culture of mentorship and professional growth.

·       Lead and support inclusive programs tailored for children of all abilities, including those with developmental delays and additional needs.

·       Engage with families and the community through partnerships with local businesses and the Pooraka Farm Community Centre, enhancing children's learning experiences.

·       Contribute to a centre that values empathy, respect, and kindness, providing a nurturing environment for children and educators.

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

·       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

You’ll need:

·       Current SA Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification

·       Diploma in Children Services or higher qualification (ACECQA approved)

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 our Talent Acquisition Team on 0739182282 or via email vkundoorvala@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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