Role: Assistant Director
Location: 19 – 21 Iris Crescent, Boronia VIC 3155
Centre: Goodstart Boronia – Iris Crescent
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $44.30 - $45.67 p/h (Depending on experience) + Super
Use your experience in early learning and work alongside our Centre Director to support our centre and team
Competitive pay at least 7% above award + a range of benefits including childcare discount + salary packaging available
Work for Australia’s largest early learning Not-for-Profit
Are you an experienced early learning professional eager to advance your career, sharpen your leadership skills, and contribute to building a thriving business? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
As the Assistant Director at Goodstart Boronia – Iris Crescent, you'll leverage your expertise and leadership to inspire and motivate your centre team, driving continuous improvement across all areas of centre operations. Collaborate with our dedicated leadership team, forge respectful and reciprocal relationships with families, and actively engage with the local community networks .
In this role, you will:
Work in a full-time position , in a rotating roster from Monday to Friday between operating hours 6:30am – 6:30pm .
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 Boronia – Iris Crescent
At Goodstart Boronia – Iris Crescent, families value our warm, welcoming culture and the continuity of a long-standing team that remains deeply connected to the local community. Recently relocated to a brand-new, purpose-built centre, we now offer bigger, better spaces while continuing the trusted relationships families know and love.
Our modern 92-place early learning centre features five spacious age-based learning environments, including nursery, toddler, and funded kindergarten programs. Each room opens directly to nature-inspired outdoor play spaces, supporting seamless indoor–outdoor learning, wellbeing, and engagement for both children and educators.
Educators are supported by a well-resourced environment, a qualified onsite cook preparing fresh, nutritious meals daily, and thoughtful inclusions such as all meals, nappies, wipes, and sunscreen provided. With strong practice aligned to the Victorian Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards, this centre is an inspiring place to lead, grow, and make a meaningful impact.
Our modern, naturally inspired 92-place learning environment was purpose-built to elevate children’s learning and educator wellbeing. With five spacious age-based learning spaces , each with direct access to nature‑connected outdoor areas, you’ll be leading a team supported by an environment that truly works for them.
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
️ T wo 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.
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.
Have a question? Contact Salena from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via email
[email protected]
At Goodstart we are deeply committed to Reconciliation and encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. For further information and support email
[email protected]
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.
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