Role: Centre Director
Location: 2 Jellicoe Street, CHELTENHAM, 3192, VIC
Centre: Goodstart Cheltenham
Employment Type: Full Time/Permanent
Pay: $53.54 - $70 Per hour (Dependent on qualification and experience) + Super + Bonuses
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 Cheltenham:
* Set in a beautiful heritage-listed building, our 90-place centre offers five spacious, age-based indoor learning environments and three nature-inspired outdoor play areas, all nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of Cheltenham.
* The centre is within walking distance of Southland Shopping Centre, Cheltenham Primary School and Southland Train Station, offering both convenience and connection to the local community.
* You'll be leading a passionate and longstanding team, many with 10–15+ years of experience, including two bachelor-qualified kindergarten teachers, Assistant Director and Educational Leader.
* Our environments are warm, homely, and thoughtfully designed to support play-based, holistic learning—both indoors and out—featuring sensory play spaces, a nursery yard, and renovated playgrounds that include a mud patch, sandpit, veggie gardens, worm farm, and more.
* We offer a dedicated space for mindful movement, where children practice yoga, meditation and explore emotional wellbeing through age-appropriate books and activities.
* Our diverse team of educators speak a range of languages—including Bengali, Spanish, Greek, French, Indian, Mandarin and Sri Lankan—ensuring inclusive practices and a strong sense of belonging for every family.
* As Centre Director, you’ll receive a tailored induction, coaching support from a dedicated Centre Support Coach, and access to a network of nearby Goodstart centres to share ideas, collaborate, and grow as a leader.
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
* 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
* T wo 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
* 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 strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.
For more information, please contact Vic Talent Acquisition Partner Melanie – 03 9648 9857 / msymonds@goodstart.org.au
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: CHELTENHAM EAST, MELBOURNE || VIC || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time