Centre Director - New Service St Leonards!

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Introduction:
Gowrie NSW, has been providing high-quality education and care for more than 85 years. As a not-for-profit organisation, every decision we make is focused on what’s best for children and families. Our educators are experienced, warm and committed to creating environments where every child feels safe, empowered and connected.
We are proud of our deep commitment to quality – 100% of our services are rated as Meeting or Exceeding National Quality Framework.

Description:
About Gowrie NSW Audrey EEC (St Leonards) - OPENING SOON
Opening in July 2026 pending service approvals, Audrey Early Education Centre is a brand new 60-place service located in St Leonards. Operating Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 6:00pm, Audrey EEC welcomes children aged 0–5 into a thoughtfully designed learning environment where relationships are at the heart of everything we do.

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated staff for the following positions:

• Centre Director
• Assistant Centre Director
• Educational Leader
• Early Childhood Teachers
• Early Childhood Diploma/Certificate III Educators (Permanent and Casual roles available)
• Administration Assistant
• Centre Cook

Our primary educator model ensures each child is supported by one dedicated educator who develops a deep understanding of their routines, personality, interests, and family context. This consistent and trusted relationship forms the foundation for children’s learning, confidence, and sense of belonging.

As part of the local community, Audrey EEC fosters meaningful connections beyond the centre. We partner with local schools to support smooth transitions to kindergarten, collaborate with allied health professionals to respond to children’s needs early, and create a warm, inclusive space where families feel genuinely at home.
As a not-for-profit organisation, every decision we make is guided by one priority: children.

The Benefits for You

• Above award rates of pay (in addition to funded wage increase)
• Fitness Passport (available to permanent employees)
• Paid breaks
• Monthly RDOs for Full time employees
• Winners of Best Workplace Award, and Change Champion Award 2025
• Up to 2 weeks closure during 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 (up to 75%)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous retail discount program

About you

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Hold or Working Towards ACECQA approved Qualifications
• Current compliance certificates (e.g. WWCC, Geccko Mandatory Training, Child Protection Certificate, Teacher Accreditation etc.)
• A desire to work with an engaged team who live Gowrie NSW values of caring, purposeful, inclusive, integrity and authenticity.

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.