Overview
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Location: Gateshead – Postcode 2290 – NSW. Centre: Goodstart Gateshead. Employment Type: Full-time permanent. Pay: $42.91 to $44.42 per hour plus 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 plus a range of benefits including childcare discount and salary packaging available. Work for Australia’s largest early learning Not-for-Profit.
Are you an experienced early learning professional who’s ready to take their career to the next level, honing leadership skills and helping to build a successful business?
In This Role
- 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 Gateshead
Fantastic opportunity at Goodstart Gateshead where we pride ourselves on fostering an environment of inclusion and support. Goodstart Gateshead is an 86 place centre located close to Lake Macquarie and Charlestown, close to public transport and local shops. Our collaborative work culture means educators, caregivers, and support staff communicating openly, sharing insights, and working together to create a nurturing environment where young children feel protected, engaged, and encouraged to explore. The centre is Rated Meeting National Quality Standards.
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
- 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
You’ll Need
- Diploma in early childhood education
- Hold a current NSW Working with Children Check, or be willing to obtain one
- 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. Applications are reviewed as they are submitted. Submit as soon as possible for your best chance to progress. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Contact
Talent Acquisition Team: or email Lisa Dobson at
Equal Opportunity & Safety
We’re an equal opportunity employer with an inclusive and diverse work environment. We’re a Child Safe Organisation; all candidates must have or obtain a valid Working with Children check. We are committed to Reconciliation and offering a strong sense of belonging for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.
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