Role: Assistant Director
Location: Mardi, NSW 2259
Centre: Goodstart Woodbury Park
Employment Type: Permanent, Full time
Pay: $41.47 - $42.35 p/h (depending on experience)
The Federal Government's 10% wage boost is here! Use your experience in early learning and work alongside our Centre Director to support our centre and teamCompetitive pay at least 7% above award + a range of benefits including childcare discount + salary packaging availableWork for Australia's largest early learning Not-for-ProfitAre 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 Woodbury Park, 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 careMentor and build capabilities within the centre teamBe responsible for the overall management of the centre in the Centre Director's absenceUse and implement the Goodstart Practice GuideAbout Goodstart Woodbury Park Join our team as an Assistant Director at Goodstart Woodbury Park, located in the heart of Mardi on the Central Coast, right across from Westfield Tuggerah. Our centre provides care and education for children aged six weeks to six years across three thoughtfully designed indoor learning spaces.
In this role, you'll work closely with a passionate team of educators to create meaningful nature play learning experiences for children while supporting the Centre Director in day-to-day operations.
Opportunity to inspire others in a 51-place centre – fostering strong community connectionsMentor and guide a diverse team of 21 Early Childhood ProfessionalsWorking within operation hours 6am – 6pmThe Assistant Director embraces a collaborative leadership style, valuing equality and fostering a supportive environment where every team member feels empowered and respected.If you're an enthusiastic leader who values collaboration, thrives in a dynamic-nature based setting, and is eager to make a lasting impact on young lives, we'd love to hear from you!
What Goodstart can offer you: Receive at least 7% above the award rateUp to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leaveTax benefits through salary packagingPaid professional developmentTwo wellbeing days included in your personal leave per yearFree annual flu shot (optional)Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work-life balanceFirst Nations Support and Cultural LeaveRetail and childcare discounts on insurance, travel and technologyUniform allowance and employee referral programIf you have previous experience as an Assistant Director or in a centre leadership position, we'd love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.
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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 our Talent Acquisition Partner, Salena Vo at ****** 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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