Use your experience in early learning to manage and develop your own centre, guiding the next generation of educators
Competitive pay – 12% above award + childcare discount + salary packaging available
Work for Australia's largest early learning Not-for-Profit
Are you an experienced early learning professional ready to elevate your career, refine your leadership skills, and drive a thriving business? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
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.
In this role, you will:
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. About Goodstart Alfred Cove:
As a result of an internal transfer, you will inherit a well-established team of educators at Alfred Cove. Most of our educators have been at the centre for numerous years, which allows us to build strong and lasting relationships with families and children. Goodstart Early Learning Alfred Cove is a purpose-built centre located between the port of Fremantle and the City of Perth, easily accessible via the local bus route that runs just outside our door enabling you to leave the car at home for an easy commute! We are licensed to accommodate 67 children and offer long day care for children aged six weeks to five years. Join us in time for our end-of-year family event, to celebrate and showcase our achievements and also ask for families to come into the centre and share cooking, gardening, and story and song times that are related to their culture! What Goodstart can offer you:
At least 12% 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. You'll need:
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. How to apply:
Click 'Apply Now' and submit your application.
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 encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
Have a question? Contact our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email:
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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Posting Notes: ALFRED COVE, PERTH || WA || Australia (AU) || | SF:LI || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time
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