Company description: Exciting opportunity, keep scrolling to learn more!Job description: 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: * Located in the inner Darwin Area along the Stuart Highway.This makes the centre popular with people who work in Darwin City and for those who work in Palmerston.* Licences for 75 children per day * We are lucky to have a swimming pool which helps us cool down on hot days.* Inside, all of the rooms - from Nursery to Kindergarten / Preschool - are all set up in line with an Early Years Learning Framework, with sensory and play based learning opportunities.* Colourful, stimulating surrounds ensure the children have the chance to grow and develop through sensory, play-based learning; and we are focused on ensuring the children are ready to take that all important step up to school.* We have carefully designed and planned spaces to encourage a stronger understanding of the environment and sustainability – while giving children the scope to explore, play and let their imaginations roam.* View our Facebook community WhatGoodstart 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 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.We encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.Have a question?Contact our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email?****** If you are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and would like further information and support,?email?****** 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.YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/1fVHWhUYxoI To apply: https://goodstart-early-learning.contactrh.com/jobs/12217/42911776