Childcare & Outside School Hours Care (Education & Training) Full time 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 Assistant Centre Director who will support the Centre Director in the operations and educational program of the centre.
The key requirements of the role are as follows:
Support the Centre Director to lead and develop a team of educators and teachers to deliver high-quality education and care.Be responsible for supporting the Centre Director in the day-to-day management and leadership of the centre.Work with the Centre Director to build and nurture relationships with families and community stakeholders including local schools and support services.Ensure regulatory compliance with legislation and standards.Work in partnership with the Educational Leader and Centre Director.Engage collaboratively within the Gowrie Centre Director network and other support structures and resources.What we can offer you at Gowrie NSW Dubbo: Above award rates of pay.Paid breaks and monthly RDOs resulting in an extra 2 weeks of paid leave each year.2 weeks closure during the Christmas and New Year period.Paid study leave and access to scholarship programs to progress your qualifications.Free professional development through Gowrie NSW Education Hub.Generous resource provisioning for classrooms.Dedicated resource training platform to support ongoing learning about First Nations Peoples perspectives.Access to leadership programs, sector experts, consultants, and critical friends.Monthly and annual reward program and tenure incentives.Employee referral bonus for successfully referring new team members.Discounted child-care fees (95%).Employee Assistance Program.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 authenticity.
Essential requirements for the position are:
Degree in Early Childhood Education or Experienced Diploma with proven Leadership roles.
Completion of approved Child Protection course.Current approved first aid, CPR, anaphylaxis, and asthma management certificates.Experience in past leadership roles in Early Childhood Education.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 0435 398 352.
Whether it's your first step or the next step in your early childhood and education journey, Gowrie NSW has positions available across NSW and ACT.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply.
At Gowrie NSW, we believe in providing a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for all children in our care.
Child safety is a priority across Gowrie NSW and we are committed to embedding the Child Safe Standards through our systems, policies, and processes.
Child safety is a shared responsibility we take seriously.
We have a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of child harm, abuse, or neglect.
All potential employees must be willing to undergo a thorough background check and adhere to our policies and procedures.
Join our team at Gowrie NSW and help us ensure the safety of children.
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