Assistant Director

Role: Assistant Director

 

Location: Moulden, NT 0830

 

Centre: Goodstart Moulden – Temple Terrace

 

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

 

Pay:  $43.55 - $66.09 p/h (Depending on qualification & experience) + NT Allowance + 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 Moulden – Temple Terrace, 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 Moulden – Temple Terrace

 

Goodstart Moulden – Temple Terrace is a 73-place centre who is on a look out for an Assistant Director. Offering a welcoming and stimulating learning environment for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years old. Our 73-place centre blends natural and manmade play spaces designed to foster environmental awareness, curiosity, and creativity.

 

We are a Meeting-rated service as assessed by ACECQA, reflecting our commitment to delivering consistent, high-quality care and education in line with the National Quality Standard.

 

• Seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Assistant Director to join our team and take a hands-on leadership role, specifically in our Nursery Room (0–2 years).
• Work closely with the Centre Director to oversee daily operations and Early Childhood Professionals support.
• As a Lead in the Nursey Room, you’ll receive 2.5 – 3 hours a week of programming time for curriculum with the support of other team members in the room.
• Assistant Director time off the floor of dedicated 2 hours a week for administrative and leadership tasks.
• Team Collaboration - Share the workload and foster a positive, supportive team culture.
• Be a Role Model - Demonstrate excellence in practice, setting standards for others to follow.
• A passion for fostering meaningful relationships with children, families, and educators

 

If you’re a passionate Early Childhood Teacher ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting Assistant Director opportunity. We’re looking for more than just experience—we’re seeking someone who leads by example, inspires their team, and brings warmth, confidence, and clarity to every interaction. If you excel in problem-solving, communicate openly, support inclusive practices, and thrive in a leadership role on the floor, we’d love to welcome you to our dedicated and nurturing team.

 

What Goodstart can offer you:

 

�� Receive at least 7% above the award rate

��‍��‍�� Up to 50% discount off your child