Role: Assistant Director

Location: West Pymble, NSW 2073

Centre: Goodstart West Pymble

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay:  $41.47 - $47.66 p/h (Depending on experience & qualification)

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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 West Pymble 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 West Pymble

Ready to elevate your knowledge and experience in the Early Childhood sector? Goodstart West Pymble is looking for an Assistant Director to support a 34-place centre. Nestled in the charming, leafy suburb of West Pymble, just a stone's throw from the stunning Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, our centre boasts a cosy, nature-inspired atmosphere.

In July 2024, Goodstart West Pymble has proudly received an outcome of exceeding in all seven quality areas! An incredible opportunity to learn from the best and refine your leadership skills to perfection.

• Supporting the centre in working in a full-time position.
• Primarily will be working in Pre-School Room. With the flexibility of supporting other age groups in the centre.
• Rotating shift during operating hours 7:30am – 6pm – flexible leadership schedule tailored to meet the dynamic of our early learning community.
• Join a centre that embraces the importance of teamwork! Participating in team building activities, getting the community involved with the centre and explore cultural diversity within the team.
• Promoting career progression and professional development.

You’ll need:

• Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved equivalent)
• Open to consider newly ECT graduates with experience in leadership and EYLF. Must hold a NESA accreditation.
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
• Current NSW Working with Children Check

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 and childcare 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 our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email Talent Acquisition Partner, Salena Vo at svo@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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