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Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert: Get job alertsLocation: Gladstone QLD 4680, home of the Bailai, Gurang, Gooreng Gooreng and Taribelang Bunda PeoplesCentre: Goodstart Gladstone Beak StreetEmployment Type: Full Time 38 hours per weekPay: $39.28 to $40.56 per hour + Superannuation + BenefitsUse 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 Australias largest early learning Not-for-ProfitAre 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 Gladstone Beak Street,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 careMentor and build capabilities within the centre teamBe responsible for the overall management of the centre in the Centre Directors absenceUse and implement the Goodstart Practice GuideAbout Goodstart Gladstone Beak Street:We are immensely proud that our childcare centre holds an Exceeding rating from ACECQA and boasts nearly 100 years of collective early childhood learning experience. Many of our long-term Educators have been with us for over a decade, contributing to a strong team focus on professional development and staff upskilling.Conveniently located in New Auckland, one of Gladstone''s growth centres, our facility is close to several primary schools, parklands, a shopping complex, and the airport. We cater to children from six weeks to five years of age, with a maximum daily capacity of 74 children.Our outdoor playground areas offer a harmonious blend of natural and manmade elements, featuring various play surfaces. The spaces include sandpits, a dry creek bed, a vegetable patch with worm farms, chickens, beehives, and compost areas. Additionally, there are decking areas, trees, gardens, and plenty of shade, creating a rich and engaging environment for exploration and play.What Goodstart can offer you:Receive at least 7% above the award rateUp to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leaveTax benefits through salary packagingFitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted priceT wo wellbeing days included in your personal leave per yearFree annual flu shot (optional)Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balanceFirst 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 wed love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.How 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 strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.Have a question? Contact Merlin Mathews from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email at mmathews@goodstart.org.auSupporting our people and protecting our childrenWere 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. Were 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.Posting Notes: NEW AUCKLAND, GLADSTONE || QLD || Australia (AU) || | || Diploma - Children''s Services or equiv || Full-Time #J-18808-Ljbffr