Overview
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 Gunnedah
We are a purpose-built centre, which caters for up to 66-children from nursery to pre-school.
Our centre is conveniently located near the local public school, which offers a unique chance to partner with them for our school readiness program.
The Gunnedah service is a long-standing part of the local community, with deep established relationships with families in the area.
Our centre aims to provide a unique ‘homely’ feel to ensure children feel like it’s a ‘home away from home’.
Our service has recently had a successful experience going through Assessment and Rating, and our centre is excited to welcome you!
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
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 and encourage you to apply as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.
Have a question?
Contact James Brendel from our Talent Acquisition Team on or via email
At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
For further information and support 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.
We are an organisation committed to safeguarding children and promoting their safety and wellbeing.
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📌 Centre Director
🏢 Goodstart Early Learning
📍 Gunnedah