OverviewAre 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!
PositionEmployment Type: Full Time 38 hours per weekPay: up to $54.76 + Superannuation + BenefitsRole: Use your experience in early learning to manage and develop your own centre, guiding the next generation of educatorsSalary: Competitive pay – 12% above award + childcare discount + salary packaging availableOrganisation: Work for Australia's largest early learning Not-for-ProfitResponsibilitiesDeliver our bespoke learning program developed in collaboration with global leaders in pedagogical practiceBuild and encourage a talented team of early learning professionals, sharing your knowledge and contributing to a culture of reflective practice and ongoing improvementWork with your team to plan for the future of your centre, building the attendance pipeline and maintaining a revenue-generating businessAbout Goodstart Bundaberg George StreetOur childcare centre boasts five well-designed rooms and accommodates up to 75 children daily.The facility features a large natural playground, shaded by tall trees and supplemented with shade covers, providing a comfortable and safe outdoor environment.A sweeping veranda area offers versatile space for various activities.Our team is dedicated to creating nurturing and inviting play spaces, both indoors and outdoors, that promote children's growth and development.We value long-standing staff members, a culturally diverse team, and strong home–centre connections.Our collaborative leadership team works to ensure high standards of care and education, with strong community involvement.What Goodstart can offer youAt least 12% above the award rateUp to 50% discount off childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leaveFitness Passport – access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted priceTax benefits through salary packagingTwo wellbeing days included in your personal leave per yearFree annual flu shot (optional)Option to purchase extra leave for greater work–life balanceFirst Nations Support and Cultural LeaveRetail discounts on insurance, travel and technologyUniform allowance and employee referral programYou'll needA Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or working towards)Experience with leading and managing change within education, health or community servicesExperience in delivering integrated early childhood services in areas of disadvantageProven commercial acumen with financial and operational performance managementHow to applyClick '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.Equity and Inclusion: 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 childrenWe'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 committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a 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 secure.
All candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.Posting Notes: BUNDABERG || QLD || Australia (AU) || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Centre Director
🏢 Goodstart Early Learning
📍 Bundaberg Central