About Goodstart Burton Join our close-knit, nurturing early learning community at Goodstart Burton! We're looking for a passionate and experienced Assistant Director to support the leadership and daily operations of our 84-place centre with an occupancy of 75.5% year to date. A friendly and growing suburb just 25-minutes from Adelaide CBD, located on Springbank Boulevard, we’re conveniently close to public transport, local shops, and schools – with a gorgeous park right next door for outdoor excursions with the children. • Goodstart Burton offers a warm, engaging spaces: a nursery (0-2 years), toddler room (2-3 years), and two preschool classrooms (3-4 and 4-5 years), each thoughtfully designed around children’s interests and educator-led enhancements. • This is a full-time position, working between 6:30am – 6:30pm, Monday to Friday. • Assisting in leading and mentoring a team of Early Childhood Professionals. • Building meaningful relationships with families, children and the wider community. • Ensuring high-quality learning environments that reflect the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). • Contributing to continuous improvement and quality assurance processes. • Stepping into the Director role when required. If you're a confident leader with a heart for early childhood education, we’d love to hear from you! Make a real difference in a supportive and vibrant learning environment. 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 Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price 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. What you need: • Diploma OR Bachelor of Early Childhood or equivalent qualification (ACECQA approved) • Current SA Working with Children Check and First Aid qualification 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. Have a question? Contact Salena from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email svo@goodstart.org.au 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 Ready to take the next step in your early childhood leadership journey? Learn more about this exciting opportunity and how you can be part of our vibrant, supportive team!
