Role
Assistant Director
Location
Tweed Heads, NSW
Centre
Goodstart Tweed Heads
Employment Type
Full Time / Maternity Leave Cover (until August 2027)
Pay
$44.64 - $68.53 per hour (based on qualification and experience)
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 plus a range of benefits including childcare discount and salary packaging.
In This Role, You Will
* Support the Centre Director in leading 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 Tweed Heads
* Modern, well‐resourced centre with collaborative and motivated educators.
* Partner and support a passionate and knowledgeable Centre Director with over 15 years of experience.
* Implement the EYLF using Goodstart's unique ISTEP framework and practice guide.
* Be part of a creative team that values child‐led learning and innovative play spaces.
* Enjoy an easily accessible location near the M1 for a smooth daily commute.
What Goodstart Can Offer You
* At least 7% above the award rate.
* Up to 50% discount on childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave.
* Salary packaging benefits available through AccessPay (eligibility applies).
* Fitness Passport – access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price.
* Paid professional development.
* Two wellbeing days included in your 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.
Application Contact
James Brendel, Talent Acquisition Team – phone: 1800 222 543, email: jbrendel@goodstart.org.au
Equal Opportunity Statement
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 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.
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