Childcare Jobs - Service/Centre manager, Full Time - Grafton NSW, Australia

Pay: $46.16 - $59.13

• Use your experience in early learning to manage and develop your own centre, guiding the next generation of educators
• Competitive pay – 12% above award + childcare discount + salary packaging available
• Work for Australia’s largest early learning Not-for-Profit

Are you an experienced early learning professional eager to elevate your career, enhance your leadership skills, and drive the success of a thriving centre? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As a Centre Director at Goodstart Grafton, 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 forge 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 Grafton:

At Goodstart Grafton, we're not just any early childhood centre - we're a vibrant community built on love, learning, and laughter. ???? Our purpose-built facility is designed to spark imagination and foster growth for children aged from birth to six years old. With six dynamic rooms tailored to meet the unique needs of each age group, we're proud to accommodate up to 90 children daily!

But it's not just our state-of-the-art facility that sets us apart - it's our incredible team of passionate educators! ???? With over 20 experienced and well-qualified educators, many of whom have been with us for more than a decade, we provide a nurturing environment where every child thrives. Our long-standing team brings consistency, expertise, and a deep commitment to your child's development. ????

Here at Goodstart Grafton, we're more than just educators - we're family. ????‍????‍????‍???? Our close-knit community allows us to forge strong bonds with our families, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere where everyone feels valued and supported. Together, we'll embark on an exciting journey of growth, exploration, and endless possibilities!

What Goodstart can offer you:

• Competitive pay, with at least 12% above the award rate.
• Save up to 50% on childcare gap fees and enjoy up to 6 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Take advantage of tax benefits through salary packaging.
• Access paid professional development opportunities.
• Enjoy two wellbeing days included in your personal leave each year.
• Optional free annual flu shot to keep you healthy.
• Option to purchase extra leave for even better work-life balance.
• First Nations Support and Cultural Leave available.
• Get discounts on retail, childcare, insurance, travel, and technology.
• Uniform allowance and a rewarding employee referral program.

You’ll need:

• • A Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or working towards)
  • 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