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    1.0
    Marketing
    Mar 2026
    Cairns QLD 4870Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    Avoid this company at all costs. Its not worth the stress.
    The good thingsThere isn't a sigle good thing about working for this company other than the day you resign.
    The challengesThe company is a nightmare to work for. Constant micromanagement down to the minute, time estimations on jobs completely disregarded and cut to 20% of the original recommendation, company manager has no idea about marketing but acts like an expert, staff constantly leaving so nothing gets achieved but then then blame goes to staff who are still employed (staff get hired and quit within days), gaslightling from the manager who says one thing the day before and then gets upset because thats apparently not what they said, belittling staff in front of others in meetings, and constantly asking you to work for free because you couldnt meet the impossible time allocations. You have to be careful what you say to other longer term staff members because it will get back to management. No matter how hard you try or be proactive, it is never good enough. You get in trouble for being proactive because its not approved by management. By far the MOST toxic workplace I have ever been involved with.
    3 people found this helpful
    1.0
    Contractor
    Feb 2026
    Brisbane QLD 4000Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    Worst experience, would not recommend it to anyone.
    The good things100% remote work from home
    The challengesI worked for GGSA as a contractor for a few months and it is the most toxic work environment I have ever experienced. Gas lighting, micro-management, unnecessary and over complicated processes that get in the way of doing work, colleagues that are nice at face value but throw you under the bus, no idea how to run projects. Trust all the reviews, except the 5-star ones, which seem to have been written by management...
    3 people found this helpful
    1.0
    Administration Role
    Jan 2026
    Cairns QLD 4870Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    Severe micromanagement. Toxicity. Gaslighting.
    The good thingsRemote role. The organisation has a good vision.
    The challengesthe boss is an absolute nighmare to work with. don't put yourself through the mental anguish.
    5 people found this helpful
    1.0
    Business Analyst
    Jan 2026
    Sydney NSW 2000Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    The experience felt unprofessional, with poor communication.
    The good thingsPositive aspects include the opportunity to work fully remotely, as discussed initially.
    The challengesFollowing the interview, there was no further communication. Emails and messages requesting feedback went unanswered.
    2 people found this helpful
    1.0
    Horrible Company. Stay Away! Icompetent management
    Dec 2025
    Cairns QLD 4870Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    Worst company I have ever worked for. Stay Away! Totally incompetent and toxic environment.
    The good things100% work from home. Paid overtime.
    The challengesManagement are totally incompetent. No idea about running a company. Exceptionally bad communication skills. No idea how IT software projects work. They sack people every week. Constant turnover of PMs, BAs, Testers and developers, as well as other staff. Get the cheapest workers they can from India and Indonesia and pay rubbish. Highly stressful. Extremely toxic environment.
    3 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Teacher
    Sep 2025
    Cairns QLD 48702 to 3 years in the role, current employee
    Good to Great Schools Australia has been an invaluable partner in helping me grow as a teacher and ensuring my students succeed.
    The good thingsGood to Great Schools Australia provides excellent teaching resources, professional development, and strong support networks that help teachers deliver high-quality education and improve student outcomes. Their focus on structured literacy and evidence-based practices has made a real difference in my classroom.
    The challengesI have not found any challenges so far.
    5.0
    Teacher
    Sep 2025
    Cairns QLD 48701 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    My experience at Good To Great Schools Australia has been both positive and inspiring, making it a truly great place to teach and grow.
    The good thingsWorking here has been incredibly rewarding, with strong support, high-quality resources, and a genuine focus on student success.
    The challenges Nothing significant comes to mind.
    5.0
    Assistant Teacher
    Aug 2025
    Cairns QLD 48701 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    "Good to Great Schools Australia: Sharpening Our Team’s Practice"
    The good things“Participating in the Good to Great Schools Australia program, our team’s practice has become more concise – it has tightened things up a bit more, from what I’ve seen and heard from staff.”
    The challengesThere are nothing like challenges while working at GGSA . Their working ethics are top notch!
    1.0
    Child Psychologist
    Jul 2025
    Cairns QLD 4870Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    Appears to be an unprofessional / poorly run start up / that aren’t too sure how to run a business with psychology focus Advertise for a job / offers it to candidates - then very poor communication Appearing to retract offer - Several emails back and forth negotiating terms of employment - clearly offering the role - asking can you start straight away Then “ we will get back to you “ When candidate is trying to organise start date
    The good thingsCan’t see any benefits to this
    The challenges-no direct phone number - recruitment team would only email ( despite asking for them to connect via phone ) - numerous emails asking me to work for them - trying to negotiate I start immediately - recruitment / hr - seemed to repeatedly not comprehend scope of role - no position description for advertised role They offer you a role Then when you ask for paperwork confirming anything - they retract offer
    8 people found this helpful
    1.0
    Bookkeeper
    May 2025
    Brisbane QLD 4000Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    signed contract, then management withdraw.
    The good thingssigned contract, then management withdraw.
    The challengesOffered a contract, Signed the contract. Then they withdraw the contract the day after. After i had given my current work a short notice period.
    8 people found this helpful
    1.0
    Developer
    Feb 2025
    Cairns North QLD 48701 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    Avoid Good to Great Schools Australia
    The good thingsI cannot think of any good things about working here
    The challengesTerrible experience, refused to pay invoices
    11 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Information Technology Support Role
    Aug 2023
    Cairns North QLD 4870
    CEO and The School Management is Supportive
    The good thingsOur school management and the CEO are supportive, and they always listen and solve our issues.
    The challengesSometimes, you need to handle work pressure.
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Human Resources Manager
    Jul 2023
    Cairns North QLD 4870
    Awesome Work Experience
    The good thingsThe best part of this school is that the CEO is cooperative. She always helps their staff when they need it. The CEO frequently hosts meetings with the staff to ensure everyone is on the same page. She takes the time to listen to their concerns and suggests solutions that can be implemented to improve the school. She is also willing to help her staff when they need additional resources or assistance.
    The challengesSometimes there is a need to work longer hours so students will not suffer.
    5.0
    Technology Manager
    Jul 2023
    Cairns QLD 4870
    Outstanding Educational Institution that prioritizes student growth, technology integration, and inclusive learning.
    The good things-- Dedicated and Passionate Educators -- Cutting-Edge Technology Integration -- Holistic Learning Approach -- Inclusive Environment -- Strong Community Engagement
    The challenges-- Limited Extracurricular Options -- Limited Language Options
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Curriculum Developer
    Jul 2023
    Brisbane QLD 4000
    Overall, Good to Great Schools Australia offers valuable expertise and support for school improvement, with a focus on personalized approaches and leadership development. However, addressing resource constraints, extending their reach to underserved areas, and emphasizing sustainability will be important for maximizing their impact in the Australian education landscape.
    The good things-- Expertise in School Improvement -- Tailored Approach -- Emphasis on Leadership -- Collaboration and Networking with staff
    The challenges-- Limited Reach: As the are focus a complete education to students, so they reach a small number of students. -- Sometimes Work can be Challenging: As, GGSA focus on complete education, so sometime the work can be challenging.
    5.0
    Administration Officer
    Jul 2023
    Sydney NSW 2000
    Amazing work culture and the best Place to Start Your Career.
    The good thingsIt is possible for me to contribute to the really groundbreaking innovations that are happening. The fact that actual schools are implementing it successfully is fantastic. It was inspirational after all the years I spent in school. It is a great place to work and learn new skills.
    The challengesSometime work pressure is high, so no time to spend with colleagues.
    5.0
    Administration Officer
    Jul 2023
    Western QLD
    Overall, the Environment is very cool and the higher management is very helpful.
    The good thingsGGSA has a positive culture centered on impacting education. As a team, the organization works well together and supports each other. It is a wonderful organization to work for, and I love being there every day.
    The challengesSometimes the atmosphere is stressful.
    1 person found this helpful
    2.0
    IT Systems
    Jan 2022
    1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    Traumatic
    The good thingsSomewhere in amongst the constant chaos a few people are trying to do good things
    The challengesThe work environment is traumatic and projects regularly fail due to astronomical staff turnover caused by extremely poor treatment of staff
    14 people found this helpful
    4.0
    Marketing Role
    Aug 2021
    Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    The best place to learn new things and build your industry experience
    The good thingsNo day is ever boring with a company that is always looking to the future in terms of the products & services they provide. There are always new things to do and challenges to solve. This gives you great opportunities to put your thinking cap on and work with a great team to achieve goals.
    The challengesVery fast-paced environment, so finding time for everything can be a challenge. Management is supportive in helping to reprioritise individual and teamwork.
    5.0
    Recruitment Coordinator
    Aug 2021
    Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    Great place to grow and innovate.
    The good thingsWith international education background, there are heaps for me to learn at GGSA, the culture, the frameworks, and the innovation model. They provide great onboarding process with lots of dialogues to ensure success. Ongoing internal trainings are the best.
    The challengesRemote working at this stage so can miss out the office environment perks but colleagues do well to communicate virtually.
    5.0
    Manager
    May 2021
    1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    exciting
    The good thingslots of opportunity to develop and grow
    The challengesthe company sets very high expectations of what it wants to achieve to help people. this is sometimes hard to always live up.
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Project Officer
    Mar 2020
    1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    An opportunity to experience a wide range of skills
    The good thingsThe team at GGSA really make the organisation stand out. The remote/home working arrangements have made doing my job easier.
    The challengesFinding a parking space.
    1 person found this helpful
    1.0
    Administration Role
    Jul 2019
    Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    Abysmal, tense atmosphere
    The good thingsTalented, committed employees working hard towards a great outcome, against the odds.
    The challengesConstantly chasing one's tail and rarely taking a task to completion due to CEO seemingly holding up every point of progression. Regular ranting and conflicting emails in one's inbox prevents any kind of completion or job satisfaction.
    13 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Curriculum
    Jul 2018
    A great start!
    The good thingsGreat induction process. Organised and relevant. In terms of curriculum, the process of introduction was very helpful and relevant to the role. Very friendly, helpful and competent management. Excellent HR, production manager and other managers involved in the induction and general work process. Very impressive!
    The challengesStarting a new job, especially training in another state can be quite overwhelming but thankfully the entire process was a great learning experience.
    2 people found this helpful
    4.0
    Business Support Specialist
    Jun 2018
    Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    Hard Working Team, Achieving Great Results!
    The good thingsHard working team with nothing but the greatest intentions in their endeavours. This organisation has a very clear focus on the highly positive outcomes they are working towards. This is a great opportunity to work within a project driven environment which will only develop and hone your skills in regards to the progression of work, stakeholder management and developing the highest standard/ quality product. This is an organisation who “walk the walk” not just “talk the talk”. Great opportunity for professional development if you are willing to throw yourself into the role. The people are fantastic! Highly supportive team environment that celebrate the wins together, and work together to face challenges head on.
    The challengesWorking towards driving change within the political space. There will always be critics and opposing opinions of change, and working in this space requires the resiliance to see past the criticism and focus on the achievements and positive impact that is made to so many schools around Australia. You will be challenged to think differently, work collaborative and be very agile and flexible in the way that you work.
    2 people found this helpful
    1.0
    Administration Officer
    Mar 2018
    Worst place i have ever worked in..
    The good thingsNot alot to say here
    The challengesTerrrible management.. chaotic, no structure and a negative environment.. employees try but CEO is the problem.. a revolving door of employees due to micro management
    10 people found this helpful
    4.0
    Project Developer
    Mar 2018
    1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    This job rewards you in ways others jobs can not!
    The good thingsWe make a difference to the lives of children through the work that we do
    The challengesThe scale of the projects that we drive can be demanding
    5.0
    Education Support
    Jan 2018
    3 to 4 years in the role, former employee
    i could see how my work was making a difference
    The good thingsreally great cause leading change great people stay - people that don't belong soon realise and move on great team culture where the work is what counts and people care
    The challengesa big agenda that has high expectations would like to be able to work in Brisbane more young company so doesn't have all the perks
    3.0
    admiin
    Sep 2015
    Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    No job hand over.
    The good thingsSalary sacrificing. Progressive organization.
    The challengesContinued re structuring
    6 people found this helpful
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