Centre Director

Role: Centre Director
Location: Rockhampton & Capricorn Coast
Centre: Goodstart Rockhampton
Employment Type: Full Time
Pay: Above Award Salary + Super + Benefits
Use your experience in early learning to manage and develop your own centre, guiding the next generation of educators
Competitive pay - 12% above award + childcare discount + 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 building a successful business?
As part of the Centre Leadership team, you'll play a pivotal role supporting and developing the Teachers and Educators in your centre. You'll form strong relationships with children, families and communities, and understand the significance 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
Come and lead the Team at Goodstart Rockhampton
History and Transformation: Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Rockhampton, formerly a church, has been transformed into a unique facility for infants through school-aged children.
Location: Nestled in a residential/commercial area, close to local schools, shops, community facilities, and transport routes.
Spacious and Creative Rooms: Each room, from Nursery to Kindergarten, is spacious, offering numerous educational activities to encourage a variety of creative experiences.
Individualised Programs: Aligned with the Early Years' Learning Framework, our programs prioritise each child's development at their unique pace, reflecting their needs, interests, and current abilities.
Key Educator Approach: We embrace the key educator approach, providing consistent support to every child and prioritising their emotional well-being.
Transparent Communication: Utilising the Storypark platform, family nights, and emailed newsletters for transparent communication with parents and families.
Flexible Routines: Our flexible routines promote agency and age-appropriate self-help skills for each child.
Cultural Diversity: Proudly embracing the strong level of cultural diversity within our center.
Enriched Outdoor Environment: Our outdoor space features a balance of natural and man-made elements, including sandpits, a bike path, dirt pit, undercover stage, water tank, vegetable patch, and ample shaded play spaces.
Environmental Awareness: Thoughtfully designed spaces encourage a stronger understanding of the environment and sustainability.
Active Community Participation: Actively participating in local community events throughout the year.
Vision of "Ohana": Our vision is "Ohana," where family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten.
We look forward to the possibility of welcoming a passionate and dedicated Centre Director to join our vibrant community at Goodstart Rockhampton
What Goodstart can offer you:
We truly value you - that's why we pay more. At Goodstart, Centre Directors get at least 12% above the award rate
50% discount off your childcare gap fees and 4 weeks paid parental leave - increasing to 6 weeks from December 2023
Tax benefits through salary packaging - a great way to pay for expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out
Paid professional development - we offer a range of opportunities to grow your skills and your career
Wellbeing focus - you'll get two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
Additional leave - you'll have the option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
Retail discounts - you'll save money on insurance, travel and technology
Uniform allowance and employee referral program
Security and stability - as Australia's largest provider of early learning and care and a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia's children and their families
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.
Have a question? Contact Anita of our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via 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.
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