Assistant Director Goodstart Australind $38-$40/hr + Super + Benefits Full-time Bunbury & South West WAAs the Assistant Director at Goodstart, 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 Director's absenceUse and implement the Goodstart Practice GuideAbout Goodstart Australind:Goodstart Australind is a 68-place centre with a strong community focus, providing a nurturing and engaging learning environment.The Assistant Director role involves floating between all four rooms, supporting educators and ensuring high-quality practices across the centre.Flexibility with shifts is essential, working closely with the Centre Director to ensure smooth daily operations.Led by experienced Centre Director Jessica, who is passionate about early years education and fostering a strong team culture.Strong connections with the local community, schools, and services to enhance children's learning.Quality education programs following the Early Years Learning Framework, offering sensory and play-based learning opportunities.What Goodstart can offer you:50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leaveTax benefits through salary packagingTwo 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 programYou'll need:Diploma OR Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved)Current WA Working with Children Check and First Aid qualificationIf you have previous experience as an Assistant Director or in a centre leadership position, 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. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.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.