Role: Assistant Director 

Location:  16 Keith Johns Drive, Proserpine, 4800, QLD

Centre: Goodstart Proserpine

Employment Type: Full-time, 38 hours per week

Pay:  $42.38 - $43.76 per hour (based on qualification and experience)  + Super + Benefits

• 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 Mackay - Shakespeare Street, 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. 

About Goodstart Proserpine: 

Proserpine is a charming, historic country town in the heart of the Whitsunday hinterland, there are strong agricultural roots, and access to natural beauty like Cedar Creek Falls and Peter Faust Dam. 

• Beautifully renovated Kindy yard with generous resources and extra Kindy funding.
• Prime location near schools, businesses, and hospital; welcoming children from 6 weeks to school age.
• We value our team's wellbeing and work-life balance, offering flexibility with hours and shifts to suit individual needs.
• Qualified team delivering QLD-approved Kindergarten program in sensory, play-based learning spaces.
• Strong family communication via Story Park and community engagement through local events and excursions.

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 

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 Metty G from our Talent Acquisition Team on +61 3 9648 9838  or via email mganhewage@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: PROSERPINE || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time