About Goodstart Gunnedah Join a thriving and supportive team at Goodstart Gunnedah, a 66-place centre with four dedicated rooms: nursery, toddler, junior preschool, and preschool. Our centre is nestled in the heart of the Kamilaroi People's traditional lands, surrounded by the rich landscape of agriculture and mining, while still offering the convenience of being near main roads, schools, and shops. • Enjoy a rostered day off (RDO) Achieve the perfect work-life balance with our rotating roster designed to support your needs. • Engage with the community. We’re deeply focused on fostering strong connections with the local community, and you’ll have a chance to be part of initiatives that make a real difference. • We currently have 14 staff. Join a tight-knit, collaborative team of passionate educators Step into a leadership role where your passion for early childhood education will truly shine 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 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. You’ll need: • A Diploma or bachelor’s in early childhood education • Hold a current Working with Children Check, or be willing to obtain one • Experience with leading and managing change within education, health or community services • Experience in delivering integrated early childhood services in areas of disadvantage • Proven commercial acumen with financial and operational performance management Have a question? Contact our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or email our Talent Acquisition Partner, Salena Vo on svogoodstart.org.au 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 encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. 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. gsassistantdirector 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.