Assistant Director

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Goodstart Mentone is seeking an experienced Assistant Director for a full‑time, 12‑month fixed‑term role at the 104‑place Mentone centre. You will work with the Centre Director to lead and mentor the educator team, drive quality, compliance and continuous improvement, and be ready to manage the centre in the director’s absence while delivering high‑quality early learning and care. The package is competitive: $42.38–$43.60 per hour plus super, with at least 7% above award, plus benefits such as childcare discount, salary packaging and professional development. To apply, click Apply Now and submit early; contact Salena at 1800 222 543 or [email protected] with any questions. Highlight leadership success, collaboration with families and the community, and your experience using the Goodstart Practice Guide.

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Role: Assistant Director

 

Location: 205–207 Nepean Highway, Mentone VIC 3194

 

Centre: Goodstart Mentone

 

Employment Type: Full-time, 12-month Fixed-Term

 

Pay:  $42.38 - $43.60 p/h (Depending on qualification and experience) + Super

 

• Use your experience in early learning and work alongside our Centre Director to support our centre and team
• Competitive pay at least 7% above award + a range of benefits including childcare discount + salary packaging available
• Work for Australia’s largest early learning Not-for-Profit

 

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 Mentone, 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 Mentone

 

As the Assistant Director in a 12-month fixed-term position, you’ll work closely with the Centre Director to lead and support the team while ensuring the delivery of high-quality early learning and care.

 

Step into a leadership role at Goodstart Mentone, a modern 104-place centre with architecturally designed learning spaces and expansive outdoor environments.

 

Partner with the Centre Director to:

 

• Lead and inspire a passionate educator team
• Drive quality, compliance, and continuous improvement
• Build strong relationships with families and the community
• Step up to manage the centre when needed

 

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 222 543 or via email [email protected]

 

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 [email protected]

 

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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