Centre Director

Goodstart • Orange, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Centre Director at Goodstart, you’ll be at the heart of our leadership team, playing a pivotal role in supporting and developing the Teachers and Educators in your centre. You'll build strong, meaningful relationships with children, families, and communities, fully embracing the profound impact of your role in their lives. Our service is a 68-place centre, conveniently located in the middle of Orange CBD. We offer dedicated off-the-floor programming time for our Educators. Our centre is in a beautiful heritage building, with large outdoor education spaces. The team consists of longstanding educators with diverse cultural backgrounds. We have recently had a building upgrade completed with brand-new flooring.

Requirements

• A Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or working towards)
• 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
• A valid Working with Children Check

Responsibilities

• Deliver our bespoke learning program developed in collaboration with global leaders in pedagogical practice
• Build and encourage a talented team of early learning professionals, sharing your knowledge and contributing to a culture of reflective practice and ongoing improvement
• Work with your team to plan for the future of your centre, building the attendance pipeline and maintaining a revenue-generating business

Benefits

• At least 12% above the award rate
• Up to 50% discount on your childcare gap fees
• Up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
• Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price
• Tax benefits through salary packaging
• Paid professional development
• Two well-being days are included in your personal leave per year
• Free annual flu shot (optional)
• Option to purchase extra leave for an even greater work-life balance
• First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
• Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology
• Uniform allowance
• Employee referral program
• Potential relocation incentive
• $5k sign-on bonus! (after successful probation)
• External professional supervision

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree