Centre Director

Goodstart•San Francisco, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Goodstart is seeking a Centre Director to lead the launch and ongoing operation of a brand-new 103-place early learning centre in Clifton Springs, Victoria. The Director will join the team from November 2026 to support the successful launch of the centre, which is opening in early 2027. This full-time role is 38 hours per week. The Centre Director will lead and develop the centre’s Teachers and Educators, deliver Goodstart’s bespoke learning program, and foster a culture of reflective practice and continuous improvement. The role includes building strong relationships with children, families, local schools and community stakeholders, creating welcoming and inclusive learning environments, and establishing the centre as a preferred choice for local families. The Director will also guide enrolment growth, build the attendance pipeline, and manage financial and operational performance.

Requirements

A Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education, or currently working towards one.
Experience leading and managing change within education, health or community services.
Experience delivering integrated early childhood services in areas of disadvantage.
Proven commercial acumen, including financial and operational performance management.
Must be ready to join the team from November 2026.

Responsibilities

Deliver Goodstart’s bespoke learning program, developed in collaboration with global leaders in pedagogical practice.
Build, recruit, mentor and inspire a talented team of early learning professionals.
Support and develop the centre’s Teachers and Educators, sharing knowledge and promoting reflective practice and ongoing improvement.
Work with the team to plan for the centre’s future, build the attendance pipeline and maintain a revenue-generating business.
Lead the launch of a new 103-place centre and establish a positive culture and strong team from day one.
Build meaningful relationships with local families, schools and community stakeholders.
Drive enrolment growth and establish the centre as a preferred choice for local families.
Create welcoming, inclusive learning environments where children, families and educators can thrive.
Manage financial and operational performance.

Benefits

At least 12% above the award rate.
Up to 50% discount off childcare gap fees.
Up to six weeks of paid parental leave.
Fitness Passport access to gyms and pools for the employee and family at a discounted price.
Tax benefits through salary packaging.
Paid professional development.
Two wellbeing days included in personal leave per year.
Optional free annual flu shot.
Option to purchase extra leave.
First Nations Support and Cultural Leave.
Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology.
Uniform allowance.
Employee referral program.
Eligible Centre Directors may access external professional supervision.