OSHC Manager - Kent Rd

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 a not-for-profit OSHC service that places high value in creating a safe, play-based environment for children to thrive. We consider a friendly team dynamic to be integral to the impact of our learning programs and we are looking for someone who shares that philosophy and wants to lead a committed and engaged team. We pay above award and provide a range of benefits; however, we are most proud of our high levels of employee engagement and strong cultural alignment – that’s what makes the Gowrie difference!

Availability to work Monday to Friday (morning and afternoon) as required during the school term and straight shifts during vacation care.

Benefits for You:

• Highly engaged and values aligned workforce
• Fitness Passport (available to permanent employees)
• Above award rates of pay
• Free professional development through Gowrie NSW education hub
• Monthly and annual reward program and tenure incentives
• Employee referral bonus for successfully referring new Educators
• Employee assistance program
• Free flu vaccinations

Your Impact:

Your leadership will engage the passion of our Educators by providing them with guidance and coaching in exceeding practices. Your excellent communication and relationship management skills and the ability to interact with school representatives, children and their families will be key to your success. As Nominated Supervisor, you are responsible for compliance and exceeding practices and you manage the budgetary and administrative aspects of the service. Above all, your genuine interest in supporting little and big people to grow and realise their potential will have a lasting impact.

About You:

• Have a Certificate III or Diploma in childhood education
• Have previous leadership experience
• Have experience managing compliance and administrative requirements
• Are a team player with a creative and energetic approach
• Have valid compliance certificates (e.g. WWCC, Child Protection, First Aid etc.)

Next steps:

To apply, please upload your most recent resume. Whether it’s your first step or the next step in your childcare 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.