Role: Assistant Director
Location: Hervey Bay & Fraser Coast QLD
Centre: Goodstart Maryborough
Employment Type: Full Time (38 hours per week)
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Use your experience in early learning and work alongside our Centre Director to support our centre and teamCompetitive pay at least 7% above award + a range of benefits including childcare discount + salary packaging availableWork for Australia's largest early learning Not-for-ProfitAre 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 Maryborough, 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 careMentor and build capabilities within the centre teamBe responsible for the overall management of the centre in the Centre Director's absenceUse and implement the Goodstart Practice GuideAbout Goodstart Maryborough
We are a 107-place, dual-centre facility catering to children from 6 weeks to 5 years old. We pride ourselves on creating a home away from home where children, families, and educators feel warm, comfortable, and supported. Our commitment to inclusive and diverse practices is at the core of everything we do.
Work with a passionate and dedicated team, many of whom have been with us for over 4 years, creating a stable and nurturing environment for the children in our care. We embrace diversity and celebrate the rich cultural and historical heritage of Maryborough, ensuring future generations cherish it.
What Goodstart can offer you:
50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leaveTax benefits through salary packagingPaid professional developmentTwo wellbeing days included in your personal leave per yearFree annual flu shot (optional)Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance First Nations Support and Cultural LeaveRetail discounts on insurance, travel and technologyUniform allowance and employee referral programIf 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. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.
Have a question? Contact Merlin in our Talent Acquisition Team on 07 3918 2237 or via email on ******
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.
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Posting Notes: MARYBOROUGH||QLD || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time
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