Location: Bayside & Eastern Suburbs Brisbane
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Are 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 Springfield Lakes, 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 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 About Goodstart Thorneside
High-Quality Care: Our centre is dedicated to providing high-quality care for children aged from six weeks to five years. We understand the importance of early learning in a child's life and are committed to nurturing their growth. Passionate Educators: Our educators are deeply passionate about early learning and are devoted to ensuring that each child feels welcomed and supported in our center. We work closely with local support services to provide ongoing assistance to our families. Learning Framework: All our rooms are thoughtfully set up in accordance with an Early Years Learning Framework, offering sensory and play-based learning opportunities. Effective Communication: We prioritise open and clear communication with parents and families through our Storypark platform, family nights, and emailed newsletters. Outdoor Exploration: Our age-appropriate outdoor play spaces and equipment foster children's awareness of their surroundings and the environment's importance. Community Engagement: We highly value community involvement and offer a dedicated community room along with a community pantry, clothes, and toy swap. Dedicated Music Room: Our facility boasts a dedicated music room where children engage in small group music experiences, enhancing their creativity and love for music. Goodstart Thorneside is not just a child care center; it's a warm and enriching community where children can learn, explore, and thrive while embracing the values of diversity, sustainability, and quality early education. We would love for you to come and join our Team!
What Goodstart can offer you:
Receive at least 7% above the award rate 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave Tax benefits through salary packaging 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 If you have previous experience as an Assistant Director or in a centre leadership position, or similar, then we'd love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.
How to apply
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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 encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
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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