Role: Assistant Director
Location: Gatton, Queensland 4343
Centre: Goodstart Gatton
Employment Type: Full- time, Permanent
Pay: $40.65 - $41.82 p/h (Depending on experience) + Super
* Use your experience in early learning and work alongside our Centre Director to support our centre and team
* Competitive pay at least 7% above award + a range of benefits including childcare discount + salary packaging available
* Work for Australia’s largest early learning Not-for-Profit
Are you an experienced early learning professional eager to advance your career, sharpen your leadership skills, and contribute to building a thriving business? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
As the Assistant Director at Goodstart Gatton, you'll leverage your expertise and leadership to inspire and motivate your centre team, driving continuous improvement across all areas of centre operations. Collaborate with our dedicated leadership team, forge respectful and reciprocal relationships with families, and actively engage with the local community networks .
In this role, you will:
* Support the Centre Director in the leadership of the team to provide high-quality early learning and care
* Mentor and build capabilities within the centre team
* Be responsible for the overall management of the centre in the Centre Director’s absence
* Use and implement the Goodstart Practice Guide
About Goodstart Gatton
We’re looking for a passionate and driven Assistant Director to join our welcoming, nature-rich Goodstart Gatton centre — where quality education, strong relationships, and natural beauty come together!
Join Goodstart Gatton as an Assistant Director where you’ll mentor and guide Early Childhood Professionals in promoting high-quality practice, collaboration, and ongoing professional growth. Embark your new journey in building trusted relationships with families and the wider Gatton community, while leading educational programming and reflective practices tailored to each child’s strengths and interests.
* Work in a 74-place centre with a strong community reputation and a solid 81.9% occupancy year to date .
* This is a full-time role, working between 6:30am – 6:30pm, Monday to Friday .
* Offer play-based learning programs from Nursery to Kindergarten, guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines (QKLG).
* Meeting centre by ACECQA in July 2024, reflecting our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
* Collaborate with the Centre Director to support daily operations and compliance with National Quality Standards.
* Located in a peaceful, tree-shaded area set back from the road, offering a safe and convenient drop-off and pick-up experience.
* Our beautiful outdoor play spaces are shaded by mature trees and designed to support curiosity, creativity, and connection with nature.
* You'll support intentional teaching and foster a culture of respect, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
* As needed, you’ll confidently step into the Centre Director role, ensuring consistent leadership and care.
What Goodstart can offer you:
💰 Receive at least 7% 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 and childcare discounts on insurance, travel and technology
👕 Uniform allowance and employee referral program
If you have previous experience as an Assistant Director or in a centre leadership position, or similar, then we’d love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.
You’ll need:
* Diploma of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved)
* Current QLD Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification
* Wiling to undergo a Police Check
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.
Have a question? Contact Salena from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email svo@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: GATTON || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time