Role: Centre Director
Location: Toowoomba & Darling Downs Region
Centre: Goodstart Middle Ridge
Employment Type: Full Time
Pay: Above Award Wages + 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
At Goodstart Early Learning Middle Ridge, we're offering a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and dedicated Centre Director to lead our exceptional team. Here's why you should consider joining us:
Location: Our centre is nestled in the heart of Toowoomba, in a well-developed area that's close to new residential developments, schools, shops, and essential community services. This prime location provides a vibrant and supportive backdrop for our Centre’s mission.
Community Integration: With over 15 years of operation, we've established deep roots within our community. We pride ourselves on strong connections with local families, schools, and services, creating a sense of belonging that's second to none.
Resources and Curriculum: We boast a well-equipped facility, stocked with a wide array of age-appropriate resources to encourage learning, exploration, play, and creativity. Our spacious rooms are meticulously designed to align with our curriculum activities, catering to children from Nursery through to kindergarten. Nutritious meals are provided to ensure the well-being of our young learners.
Educational Excellence: Our programs are meticulously crafted in accordance with the Early Years Learning Framework and Queensland Kindergarten Guidelines, preparing every child for a seamless transition to school. We believe in tailoring our approach to each child's unique needs and interests, actively involving parents and families in the learning process.
Outdoor Oasis: Step outside, and you'll discover our stunning backyard, complete with lush trees, vibrant gardens, bike tracks, and vegetable patches. We've created an environment that fosters a profound understanding of nature and sustainability in a secure, sensory-rich, and enjoyable setting.
Dedicated Team: Our educators have a longstanding commitment to our centre, ensuring stability and forming strong, lasting relationships with children, families, and the community. This level of service and dedication is truly exceptional.
Focus on Quality: Quality childcare and education based on the Early Years Learning Framework are at the core of our philosophy. We're dedicated to delivering the highest standards of care and education, placing children and their families at the centre of everything we do.
Join us at Goodstart Middle Ridge, where our vibrant centre, committed team, and passionate approach to early learning make this an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Centre Director like you.
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
Up to 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 recruitment@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.
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