Job Opportunity
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Role:
Assistant Director
Location:
Toowoomba & Scenic Rim Region
Centre:
Goodstart Gatton
Employment Type:
Full-time – Permanent
Pay:
Competitive salary and benefits package
The Federal Government's wage boost is here. Use your experience in early learning 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, where you can advance your career, sharpen your leadership skills, and contribute to building a thriving business?
As the Assistant Director 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
Play-based programs from Nursery to Kindergarten, aligned with Early Years Learning Framework and Queensland Kindergarten Curriculum Guidelines
Tailored learning experiences based on children's ideas and interests
Spacious, shaded playgrounds with age-appropriate equipment and sensory spaces
Focus on self-expression and individuality
Encouraged family participation and open-door policy
Passionate, highly qualified educators
Nutritionally balanced meals prepared on-site, catering to dietary requirements
Educational philosophy of Belonging, Being, and Becoming
What we offer:
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
Do you have previous experience as an Assistant Director or in a centre leadership position? We'd love to discuss which of our opportunities would be the best fit for you.