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Role: Centre Director
Location: 5 Portobello Road, PAKENHAM, 3810, VIC
Centre: Goodstart Pakenham – EXCEEDING CENTRE
Employment Type: Full Time/Permanent
Pay: Above award
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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!
As a Centre Director at Goodstart, you’ll be at the heart of our leadership team, playing a pivotal role in supporting and developing the Teachers and Educators in your centre. You'll build strong, meaningful relationships with children, families, and communities, fully embracing the profound impact of your role in their lives.
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
About Goodstart Pakenham
* Join a passionate, highly skilled team at our 91 place Exceeding-rated centre
* Located in the heart of Pakenham’s community precinct, with easy access to shops, schools, health services, and natural spaces like the lake and local parks.
* Long-standing partnership with the Bunurong Land Council, which helps shape centres curriculum, embeds First Nations perspectives and guides centre’s RAP.
* Longstanding team committed to professional growth, flexible with shift times, and fair with responsibilities.
* Be set up for success with a tailored induction and dedicated support from a Centre Coach.
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
* 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 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)
* 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.
For more information contract VIC recruiter Melanie – 03 9648 9857 / msymonds@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.
YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/k5GTWCO3e6U
Posting Notes: PAKENHAM || VIC || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time
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