Centre Director Role
Location: Maryborough - Butchulla Country
Centre: Goodstart Maryborough
Employment Type: Full Time Permanent
Compensation: Above Award Wages + Super + Benefits
* Utilise your early learning experience to lead and develop a thriving centre
* Competitive pay – 12% above award + childcare discount + salary packaging available
* Work for Australia's largest early learning Not-for-Profit organisation
Are you an experienced early learning professional ready to elevate your career, refine your leadership skills, and drive a successful business? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.
As a Centre Director at Goodstart, you'll be part of our leadership team, playing a pivotal role in supporting and developing the Teachers and Educators in your centre. You'll build strong relationships with children, families, and communities, fully embracing the impact of your role in their lives.
Key Responsibilities:
* 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 attendance pipelines and maintaining a revenue-generating business
Lead and Inspire at Goodstart Maryborough
We are a 107-place, dual-centre facility catering to children from 6 weeks to 5 years old. We pride ourselves on creating a nurturing environment where children, families, and educators feel supported. Our commitment to inclusive practices is core to everything we do.
Join a passionate and dedicated team, many of whom have been with us for over 4 years, creating a stable and supportive environment for the children in our care. We celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Maryborough, ensuring future generations cherish it.
What Goodstart Offers:
* At least 12% above the award rate
* 50% discount off childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
* Tax benefits through salary packaging
* Paid professional development
* Two wellbeing days included in personal leave per year
* Free annual flu shot (optional)
* Option to purchase extra leave for greater work-life balance
* First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
* Retail discounts on insurance, travel, and technology
* Uniform allowance and employee referral program
Requirements:
* A Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or working towards)
* Experience leading and managing change within education, health, or community services
* Experience 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 strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.
We're an equal opportunity employer 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 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 candidates must have or obtain a valid working with children check.