Assistant Director

Wagga Wagga, 2650, NSW

Role: Assistant DirectorLocation: Corowa, NSWCentre: Goodstart CorowaEmployment Type: Full Time / PermanentPay: $40 - $43 per hour based on experienceThe Federal Government’s 10% wage boost is here!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 who’s ready to take their career to the next level, honing leadership skills and helping to build a successful business?As the Assistant Director at Goodstart Jerrabomberra, you will use your experience and leadership qualities to engage and motivate your centre team to drive continuous improvement in all aspects across centre operation. You will work in collaboration with your centre leadership team and establish respectful and reciprocal relationships with families and engage in networks within the centre’s local community.In This Role, You WillSupport 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 CorowaGoodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Corowa is made from beautiful blonde sandstone and is in a residential area close to local schools, shops and community facilities.Our educators pride themselves on developing trusted relationships with our children and their families. We make every effort to allow for a comfortable transition into the centre. We have four rooms, as well as Before and After School Care and Vacation care. We offer a bus service which picks up the school aged children directly from the local schools.Our centre is fortunate enough to have a large outdoor play space with an undercover area at one end. The children can play outside all year around no matter what the weather conditions are.If you are interested in joining our team, please apply now!What Goodstart Can Offer YouRelocation support (terms and conditions apply)Receive at least 7% above the award rateUp to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave Tax benefits through salary packaging Paid professional developmentTwo 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 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.You’ll NeedA Diploma or bachelor’s in early childhood educationHold a current NSW Working with Vulnerable People Check, or be willing to obtain oneExperience with leading and managing change within education, health or community servicesExperience in delivering integrated early childhood services in areas of disadvantageProven commercial acumen with financial and operational performance managementHow To ApplyClick ‘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 encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.Have a question? Contact our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or email our Talent Acquisition Partner Katya Reshetnikova on, ereshetnikov@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.#gsassistantdirectorPosting Notes: COROWA || NSW || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time