Centre Director

Gowrie NSW is a proud not-for-profit early and middle childhood learning organisation established with a vision to see children thrive and amplify their contributions to the world. We achieve this vision through our services and programs for children and families and by providing leadership and professional learning opportunities to the early childhood sector. The image of children as active participants is core to our pedagogy, and we move forward with a strong focus on contemporary practice and innovation.

We are looking to appoint a passionate and experienced Centre Director who will oversee the operations and educational program of the centre. The key requirements of the role are as follows: 

• Lead and develop a team of educators and teachers to deliver high quality education and care. 
• Be responsible for the day to day management and leadership of the centre - balancing operations and pedagogy.  
• Build and nurture relationships with families, community stakeholders including local schools and support services. 
• Ensure regulatory compliance with legislation and standards
• Work in partnership with in-centre leadership team inclusive of Educational Leader and Assistant Centre Director.
• Engage collaboratively within Gowrie Centre Director network and other support structures and resources.

We offer above award rates of pay, monthly RDO, 2 week Christmas closure and salary packaging options. Gowrie NSW offers a supportive working and learning environment, generous resource provisioning as well as excellent opportunities for free professional development and continued learning, including working with sector experts, consultants and mentors.

We are seeking someone who can truly be an ambassador for early education and our organisation, inclusive of Gowrie NSW vision and values of caring, purposeful, inclusive, integrity and authentic. 

Essential requirements for the position are: 

• Bachelor of Early Childhood Education ( Or equivalent ACECQA-approved qualification)
• Current Working With Vulnerable Persons check 
• Completion of approved Child Protection course
• Current approved first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis and asthma management certificates 
• Experience managing a centre and leading a team, with proven ability to balance business acumen and pedagogy 
• Strong understanding and working knowledge of the National Quality Standards, legislation, Early Years Learning Framework and contemporary pedagogies that influence practice 
• Open to learning, well organised and clear communicator with effective verbal and written skills 

Next steps:  
 
To apply, please upload your most recent resume. 
 
Any questions? Please contact the recruitment team on *******@gowriensw.com.au 
 
Whether it’s your first step or the next step in your early childhood and education journey, Gowrie NSW have positions available across NSW and ACT.   
 
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply.