Assistant Director
About The Position
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 Carrum Downs – Hall Road, 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 Carrum Downs – Hall Road Conveniently located near major transport links and public transport, making your commute to work easy and stress-free. A purpose-built centre designed with educators and children in mind, featuring ample onsite parking for added convenience. Strong and trusted connections within the local community, creating meaningful partnerships that enrich children’s learning and development A supportive Centre Leadership Team who actively celebrate achievements and proudly share successes across the network A long-standing, dedicated team with some educators celebrating over 20 years of service with Goodstart
Requirements
- Previous experience as an Assistant Director or in a centre leadership position, or similar
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- Competitive pay at least 7% above award + a range of benefits including childcare discount + salary packaging available
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
