Company description:
Make a lasting impact.
Grow a community.
Shape little futures.
Find out more about this exciting opoprtunity below!
: About Goodstart Gatton
Ready to lead with heart and purpose in a centre that’s more than just a workplace?
We’re on the lookout for a passionate, inspiring Centre Director to guide our 74-place early childhood haven in Goodstart Gatton — where the air is fresh, the community is strong, and the smiles are genuine.
* Lead a vibrant 74-place centre that’s deeply woven into the fabric of the Gatton community.
* Our team proudly met the ACECQA quality standard in July 2024 — proof of our ongoing commitment to growth, reflection, and excellence.
* Embrace a full-time leadership role, Monday to Friday, with shifts between 6:30am – 6:30pm.
* Located in Gatton, QLD, you’ll enjoy a charming regional lifestyle surrounded by rolling green hills, local markets, and a close-knit community that genuinely values early education.
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 and childcare 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)
* Hold QLD Working with Children's Check
* Willing to undergo a Police Check
* 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.
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 robust 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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To apply: https://goodstart-early-learning.contactrh.com/jobs/12217/43654381
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