Goodstart Kenmore Princeton Street, QLD (located on the traditional lands of the Jagera & Turrbal Peoples)
Permanent Full-Time | 38 Hours Per Week
Competitive pay at least 7% above award + Super + Benefits
Lead with purpose. Inspire your team. Grow your leadership career.
At Goodstart, we're passionate about giving children the very best start in life—and supporting our leaders to do the same. As Australia's largest early learning Not-for-Profit, you'll enjoy the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your leadership skills within a supportive and collaborative environment.
With above-award pay, childcare discounts, salary packaging options, and ongoing professional development, this is more than a job—it's an opportunity to take the next step in your early childhood leadership career.
Get up to 50% off your childcare gap fees plus up to 6 weeks paid parental leave.
Access salary packaging benefits to help maximise your take-home pay.
About the role
As the Assistant Director at Goodstart Kenmore Princeton Street, you'll work alongside our experienced Centre Director to help lead a high-performing team and support the day-to-day operations of our centre.
You'll use your leadership skills and early childhood expertise to mentor educators, build strong family relationships, and contribute to a positive, inclusive centre culture.
In this role, you'll:
✨ Support the Centre Director in leading a team that delivers high-quality early learning and care
✨ Mentor and build capability within the centre team
✨ Lead centre operations in the Centre Director's absence
✨ Implement and champion the Goodstart Practice Guide
✨ Build strong relationships with families and the wider community
✨ Drive continuous improvement across all areas of centre operations
About Goodstart Kenmore Princeton Street
Modern 75-place purpose-built centre
Proudly rated Exceeding the National Quality Standard
Free onsite parking for staff
Experienced Centre Director with over 17 years in Early Childhood Education
Supported by a Bachelor-qualified Educational Leader with 15+ years of experience and two Early Childhood Teachers
Easy access to public transport via Moggill Road and Brookfield Road bus routes
️ Just minutes from Kenmore Village Shopping Centre
Diverse and inclusive team representing cultures from Australia, India, Sri Lanka, China, Iran, Africa, and beyond
Strong, supportive leadership team committed to professional growth and quality outcomes
At Goodstart Kenmore Princeton Street, you'll join a centre that values collaboration, excellence, and creating an environment where children, families, and educators thrive.
Why you'll love working with Goodstart
Receive at least 7% above the award rate
Up to 50% childcare discount plus up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
Salary packaging options available
Fitness Passport – discounted access to gyms and pools for you and your family
Paid professional development and leadership development opportunities
Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave each year
Free annual flu shot (optional)
️ Option to purchase additional leave for greater work-life balance
First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
Discounts on travel, technology and insurance
Uniform allowance and employee referral program
What you'll bring
✔ Previous experience as an Assistant Director, Centre Leader, or in a similar leadership role
✔ Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS)
✔ Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and coaching skills
✔ Current QLD Working with Children Check
✔ Passion for delivering exceptional outcomes for children, families, and teams
Ready to join our team?
Click 'Apply Now' to submit your application and take the next step in your leadership career.
We're reviewing applications as they are received, so don't wait—apply today for the best opportunity to progress through our recruitment process.
Want to know more?
I'd love to chat about the role and what makes Goodstart such a rewarding place to work.
Jessica Ambury, Talent Acquisition Partner
07 3918 2019
[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.
See what it's like to be a leader at Goodstart:
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Posting Notes: KENMORE, BRISBANE || QLD || Australia (AU) || | SF: LI || Diploma - Children's Services or equiv || Part-Time
