Assistant Director

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Goodstart Narre Warren North is seeking an experienced early learning professional to join as Assistant Director in a permanent full-time, onsite role in Melbourne’s Narre Warren North. You’ll support the Centre Director, mentor the team and step in during the Director’s absence while driving continuous improvement and implementing the Goodstart Practice Guide. This 60‑place, family‑centred centre offers a warm, community focus with strong leadership and long-standing staff. Benefits include at least 7% above the award, childcare discount, salary packaging, paid PD, wellbeing days and more. Apply now; tailor your resume to showcase leadership impact, EYLF and NQS expertise, and concrete improvements. Applications are reviewed as they arrive, so apply early. For questions contact Ange Cummings at 1800 222 543 or [email protected]. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants encouraged.

Role: Assistant Director

Centre: Goodstart Narre Warren North

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Pay:  $42.38 - $43.76 per hour, based on experience

• 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 Narre Warren North, 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 Narre Warren North:

• Join a strong, family-centred 60-place centre with deep roots in the local Narre Warren North community.
• Located in the heart of Casey, our centre is close to schools, shops, and public amenities, with convenient onsite parking for staff.
• Our light-filled rooms from Nursery to Kindergarten are designed to inspire, with engaging, play-based setups aligned to the Early Years Learning Framework.
• Discover outdoor spaces that promote exploration and sustainability—featuring sandpits, veggie gardens, chickens, dry creek beds, a compost bin, and a worm farm.
• Our Centre Director has been with Goodstart for 15 years, and one of our incredible educators has been with the centre for over 25 years—reflecting the stability and team spirit you'll be stepping into.
• If you’re looking for a centre with strong leadership, strong values, and a warm, community feel—this is the place for you.

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

You’ll need:

• Diploma in Early Childhood (or ACECQA approved equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards
• Experience leading teams within an Early Childhood setting
• Current Vic Working with Children Check

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 Ange Cummings 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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Posting Notes: NARRE WARREN NORTH, MELBOURNE || VIC || Australia (AU) || | SF:LI || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Full-Time