Role: Centre DirectorLocation: Heidelberg, Melbourne Region VICCentre: Goodstart HeidelbergEmployment Type: Full Time / 38 hrs per weekPay: $55.73ph - $68.53ph
* Use your experience in early learning to manage and develop your own centre, guiding the next generation of educators
* Competitive pay – 12% above award + childcare discount + salary packaging available
* Work for Australia's largest early learning Not‐For‐Profit
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!
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
Join the team at Goodstart Heidelberg!
* Prime Location – Conveniently located right across from Warringal Shopping Centre and Heidelberg Primary School, with local cafés nearby—perfect for your morning coffee or lunch break.
* Free Onsite Parking – Enjoy a stress‐free start to your day with easy access to convenient staff parking right on‐site.
* Our Centre – Our spacious 122‐place multi‐level centre offers children a rich learning environment, featuring three large, natural playgrounds designed to inspire imagination, exploration, and movement.
* Supportive & Fun Team – Join a collaborative and positive team where our early learning programs combine purposeful indoor experiences with outdoor adventures, including bushwalks, picnics, and weekly visits to the local oval.
* Experienced Leadership – Be supported by our passionate Centre Director, whose extensive experience in early childhood education is reflected in her commitment to mentoring, inspiring, and empowering her team.
* Our Centre Vision – "We believe the best learning happens when children feel free, confident, and connected to the natural world."
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
* As a Centre Director, you may be eligible to access external professional supervision – a confidential and reflective space that fosters professional growth, personal wellbeing, and effective leadership practice within complex and dynamic environments
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. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process.
Have a question? Contact Chris on 1800 222 543 or via email cadams7@goodstart.org.au
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 deadlycareers@goodstart.org.au
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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