Assistant Director
About The Position
Are you an experienced early learning professional who’s ready to take their career to the next level, honing leadership skills and helping to build a successful business? As the Assistant Director at Goodstart Gateshead, you will use your experience and leadership qualities to engage and motivate your centre team to drive continuous improvement in all aspects across centre operation. You will work in collaboration with your centre leadership team and establish respectful and reciprocal relationships with families and engage in networks within the centre’s local community. Fantastic opportunity at Goodstart Gateshead where we pride ourselves on fostering an environment of inclusion and support. Goodstart Gateshead is 86 place centre located close to Lake Macquarie and Charlestown, close to public transport and local shops. Our collaborative work culture means educators, caregivers, and support staff communicating openly, sharing insights, and working together to create a nurturing environment where young children feel safe, engaged, and encouraged to explore. The centre is Rated Meeting National Quality Standards.
Requirements
- Diploma in early childhood education / Bachelor
- Hold a current NSW Working with Working with Children Check, or be willing to obtain one
- 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
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
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
