Centre Director | Goodstart Bees Creek | $56.21-$66.09/hr based on qualifications | Up to $5k relocation support

Ready to lead with heart and purpose? Join Goodstart Bees Creek and help shape the future, one child at a time.

About Goodstart Bees Creek

Are you a passionate early childhood leader looking to make a real difference in a supportive, community-driven centre? Goodstart Bees Creek is seeking a confident and inspiring Centre Director to lead in a warm, community-focused centre. The position operates within the centre's opening hours of 7:00am to 6:00pm, offering flexibility and balance in how your workday is structured.

Located just a short drive from Darwin, Bees Creek offers a peaceful, semi-rural lifestyle without sacrificing convenience. With wide open spaces, friendly neighbours, and a strong sense of community, it's the perfect place to escape the rush and embrace a more grounded, connected way of living.

Our vibrant centre 75-place service large enough to offer a wide range of meaningful experiences for children, foster strong personalised relationships with families and the community. With a rating of ‘Meeting' from ACECQA in March 2021, a testament to our team's commitment to delivering quality early learning and care. This provides a strong foundation to grow even further, and we're looking for a leader ready to take us to the next level.

If you're ready to lead with purpose, build strong relationships, and make a lasting impact in a welcoming Northern Territory community — we'd love to hear from you.

What Goodstart can offer you:

💰 At least 12% 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

You'll need:

• A Diploma or 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

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. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.

Have a question? Contact Salena from our Talent Acquisition Team on 1800 222 543 or via 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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