Assistant Director

Role: Assistant Director

Location: Wantirna South, VIC 3152

Centre: Goodstart Wantirna South – Wallace Road

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $42.38 - $43.60 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 Wantirna South – Wallace Road, 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:

• 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 Wantirna South – Wallace Road

Are you a passionate, relationship-driven early childhood leader ready to take the next step in your career?
Goodstart Wantirna South – Wallace Road is a purpose-driven 90-place centre and seeking a dedicated Assistant Director who is committed to excellence, continuous improvement, and creating meaningful connections with children, families, staff, and the wider community.

In November 2025, our centre proudly achieved a Meeting rating, and we’re now deeply invested in strengthening our practices even further. You’ll be joining a warm, collaborative, and growth-focused team who genuinely care about making a positive impact each day.

You’ll be joining a centre that prides itself on:

• A supportive, relationship-driven culture - You bring warmth, positivity, and a relationship-first mindset that strengthens team morale.


• A strong commitment to high-quality practice - You are thorough, organised, and demonstrate a clear dedication to excellence in pedagogy and compliance.


• Continuous learning and professional growth - You are reflective, open to feedback, and motivated to support and guide educators through coaching and ongoing improvement.


• A community-focused identity - You have experience or interest in community engagement and marketing initiatives that help raise the centre’s visibility and build trusted relationships.


• Stability, consistency, and a supportive leadership team - You are available to work full time between 7:00am and 6:30pm, contributing reliably to the smooth operation of the centre.

If you’re a motivated, experienced, and quality‑focused leader who shares our values, we would love to hear from you. This is your opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact in a centre that prioritises connection, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

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.

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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