Assistant Director

Goodstart is Australia's largest early learning provider. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we exist purely to improve the lives of Australia's children and their families. Our people are our foundation, together we are working to ensure children have the learning, development and wellbeing outcomes they need for school and life.

Role: Assistant Director

Location: Wantirna, VIC 3152

Centre: Goodstart Wantirna

Employment Type: Full-time, Fixed-Term Contract (Up to February 2027)

Pay: $44.39 - $45.67 p/h (Depending on experience) + Super

As the Assistant Director at Goodstart Wantirna, 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 Wantirna

Goodstart Wantirna is a 120-place purpose-built long day care centre located at 309 Mountain Highway. Featuring five spacious learning environments and three outdoor play areas, our centre provides high-quality education and care for children from nursery through to kindergarten, with a strong focus on play-based learning and school readiness.

🕒 Full-time Assistant Director role - working Monday to Friday on a rotating roster between 6:30am - 6:30pm

👶 120-place centre with multiple age-based learning environments

🌏 Diverse and inclusive environment with a strong sense of community

🎓 Exceeding National Quality Standard with strong focus on EYLF and play-based learning

💛 Experienced, long-standing and supportive leadership team

As the Assistant Director, you will partner closely with the Centre Director to support the day-to-day operations and lead the delivery of high-quality education and care. This role is ideal for a confident and experienced early childhood leader who can drive consistency, mentor educators and embed best practice.

• Support the Centre Director in leading daily operations and centre performance
• Provide strong leadership, coaching and development to educators
• Embed and drive quality practices aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
• Ensure compliance with NQS, regulatory standards and policies
• Build strong relationships with children, families and the community
• Contribute to continuous improvement and quality outcomes
• Work within a full-time rotating roster and support across rooms as required

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

🏋 Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price

💳 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 and childcare 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.

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.

Have a question? Contact Salena from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 *** or via email ***@goodstart.org.au

At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email *************@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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