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.
Job Description
We are looking to appoint a passionate and experienced Assistant Centre Director who will support the Centre Directo 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, community stakeholders including local schools and support services.
Ensure regulatory compliance with legislation and standards
Work in partnership with Educational Leader and 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.
Desired Skills and Experience
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:
Degree in Early Childhood Education or experienced Diploma with proven leadership roles
Current Working With Child Check
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
