Role: Assistant Director
Centre: Goodstart Cockburn Central
Employment Type: Full time, 38 hours per week
Pay: $42.38 to $43.76 depending on qualifications 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 + 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 Cockburn Central, 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
Join the passionate team at Goodstart Cockburn Central
Amazing Location – Just 10 minutes from Cockburn Central Shopping Centre and moments from the stunning Bibra Lake Regional Playground. Enjoy the convenience of grabbing a coffee before your shift or ticking off errands after work – everything you need is close by
Public Transport Made Easy – With a bus stop right next to the centre servicing Route 520, commuting is simple and stress-free.
Free & Easy Parking – Enjoy the ease of plentiful onsite parking so you can start and end your day without the parking hassle.
Incredible Team Vibes – Work alongside a fun, friendly, and inclusive team with a wealth of experience (from 2 to 25 years). Our strong team culture means genuine support, lifelong friendships, and a place where everyone belongs.
Our Beautiful Centre – A 99-place centre with 5 thoughtfully designed learning spaces: 2 Nursery rooms, 1 Toddler, 1 Pre-Kindy, and a Kindergarten room. Our fully refurbished yards are loved by children, families, and educators alike
Leadership That Inspires – Be supported by a passionate and experienced Centre Director (12+ years in the sector), our Assistant Director who's been with the centre since day one, and a highly skilled Educational Leader with a decade of experience.
Celebrating Culture & Community – Our centre embraces rich cultural diversity and celebrates events such as NAIDOC Week, Diwali, Chinese New Year, Christmas, and more – making every day vibrant and meaningful
Our Vision – "A place to be myself" – for children, families, and educators alike. We nurture individuality, encourage authenticity, and create an environment where everyone feels safe and celebrated.
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
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 even greater work life balance
First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
Retail 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.
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.
Have a question? Contact Monica from our Talent Acquisition Team on or via email
At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email
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.
Posting Notes: COCKBURN CENTRAL, PERTH || WA || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time