Assistant Director

Are 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 Seaford Rise, 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 

  About Goodstart Seaford Rise:

• Goodstart Early Learning Seaford Rise is located in the south of Adelaide in the growing Seaford area.
• The centre is either a short drive or in walking distance from the beautiful Moana and Seaford beaches, Seaford train station, Seaford Shopping Centre and nearby schools and the McLaren Vale wineries.
• Hours of work Monday to Friday 10.00am – 6.30pm
• Float role working across all rooms
• Licenced for 90 children, catering to all early learning age groups from 6 weeks to 5 years.
• The centre is open from 6.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Friday.
• The centre has 4 large indoor rooms and 2 large yards to cater for the ever inquisitive and growing minds of the children within their care.
• Sustainability has become embedded in the programs the children are encouraged to recycle, reuse and reduce.
• The centre has long servicing educators taking the centre from strength to strength building strong relationships with families.  

What Goodstart can offer you:  

• Receive at least 7% above the award rate 

• Up to 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 

  If 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 need:  

• A Diploma or bachelor’s in early childhood education

• Hold a current Working with Children Check, or be willing to obtain one 

• 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 encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.   Have a question? Contact Fiona 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.  YouTube video link:   Posting Notes: SEAFORD RISE, ADELAIDE ||  SA || Australia (AU) || | || Bachelor (ECT) 3yr || Full-Time