About Gowrie NSW 

For 85 years, Gowrie NSW has been at the forefront of early and middle childhood education, setting the benchmark for quality, care, and educational excellence. Our programs support children in shaping futures, nurturing leadership, and an provide an informed professional workforce to provide the very best for children.  

About the Role: 

As the Centre Director, you will be the driving force behind Gowrie Newstead Early Education and Care Centre. You’ll join a highly engaged community of teachers and educators who work collaboratively to realise our vision. 

What we’re looking for: 

• Pedagogical Leadership: Guide and inspire a team of educators and teachers to deliver exceptional education and care for children and families. 

• Centre Management: Oversee the centre’s day-to-day operations, ensuring a balance between pedagogy and administration.  

• Relationship Building: Foster strong connections with families, community stakeholders, local schools, and support services. 

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the Educational Leader and Assistant Centre Director to drive centre success. 

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to all relevant legislation, standards and frameworks. 

• Network Engagement: Collaborate with Gowrie’s Centre Director network and leverage support from a range of dedicated systems, resources and support staff. 

Benefits at Gowrie NSW 

What we can offer you at Gowrie NSW Newstead:  

• Generous salary  

• Relocation opportunities 

• Paid breaks and monthly RDOs resulting in an extra 2 weeks of paid leave each year  

• Free, and fully supported professional development through the Gowrie NSW Education Hub  

• Access to sector experts, consultants and critical friends 

• 2 weeks closure during Christmas and New Year period  

• 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   

• Fantastic retail discount program    

About Newstead Early Education and Care 

The beautifully restored Newstead building was opened to the Orange community in 2022 as a 90 place early education and care centre.  It effortlessly blends the charm of the past with modern amenities, creating a unique and inspiring environment for both educators and children. The thoughtful restoration has preserved the building’s historical character while ensuring it meets the needs of a contemporary early learning space. Natural light floods the classrooms and the atrium, and the spacious outdoor areas offer endless opportunities for play-based exploration. This setting offers Centre Directors a rare opportunity to lead in a space that is as welcoming and nurturing as it is architecturally stunning. 

Essential requirements for the position are:  

• Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (or equivalent ACECQA-approved qualification) 

• Current Working With Children Check (WWCC) 

• 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  

Why You’ll Love Working with Us: 

You’ll work alongside a support team of qualified ECT colleagues, in a dynamic, engaging and collaborative team. 

Gowrie NSW is more than just a workplace—it’s a community. We offer a supportive environment where your ideas are valued, your professional growth is nurtured, and your work truly makes a difference. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of early and middle childhood education in Australia. 

Next Steps 

If you’re ready to bring your leaderships and pedagogical expertise, passion, and vision to a role that makes a difference to children, families and communities we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to become a part of Gowrie NSW’s legacy of educational excellence. 

 
 
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 have 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.