As a Centre Director at Goodstart, you’ll be at the heart of our leadership team, playing a pivotal role in supporting and developing the Teachers and Educators in your centre. You'll build strong, meaningful relationships with children, families, and communities, fully embracing the profound impact of your role in their lives. In this role, you will: • Deliver our bespoke learning program developed in collaboration with global leaders in pedagogical practice • Build and encourage a talented team of early learning professionals, sharing your knowledge and contributing to a culture of reflective practice and ongoing improvement • Work with your team to plan for the future of your centre, building the attendance pipeline and maintaining a revenue-generating business About Goodstart Chadstone: • Our 48-place centre is warm, colourful and has an inviting, homely feel. • We are located within the Holmesglen TAFE grounds and are fortunate to work closely with the TAFE. • The centre offers ample onsite parking and is close to local schools, shops and public transport. • Inside, you’ll find four dedicated learning spaces, each with a maximum of 12 children. • We love providing children with meaningful incursions and excursions within the local community. • You will lead our long-standing, diverse team of Educators who work hard to ensure children are safe, well-supervised and supported in their learning every day. • This is a fixed-term role for 12 months, commencing December 2025. Goodstart is a large organisation so there is always potential that another opportunity will become available at the end of the contract - reach out for more information. What Goodstart can offer you: • At least 12% 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 discounts on insurance, travel and technology • Uniform allowance and employee referral program You’ll need: • A Diploma or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education • Experience with leading and managing change within education • Proven commercial acumen with financial and operational performance management 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. For more information, please contact Vic Talent Acquisition Partner Melanie – 03 9648 9857 / msymonds@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. YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/k5GTWCO3e6U Exciting opportunity to join Goodstart Chadstone as their Centre Director on a 12 month fixed term contract.
