Gowrie SA is a well-respected provider of professional learning services for the Early Childhood Education and OSHC sectors. This is a unique time in early childhood education and care, with strong investment in professional learning opportunities.
We are seeking passionate, experienced and committed professionals to assist us in providing:
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customised professional learning sessions for services
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an annual calendar of professional learning sessions curated for the sector
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face to face, online and blended delivery modes
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Office for Early Childhood Development Boost Menu program offerings
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support for services with compliance notices
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consultancy services
Gowrie SA is seeking suitably qualified casual facilitators, with demonstrated knowledge and experience in the sector, with evening availability to be engaged as needed.
Essential requirements:
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Minimum Qualifications – Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
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Minimum 5 years experience as an educator or leader
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Strong sector knowledge including: NQF, ELYF, MTOP
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Driver’s license
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Evening availability
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Ability to travel
Desirable experience:
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COSP/C
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Marte Meo
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Leadership
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Mentoring/coaching
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Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-quality education and training in a not-for-profit organisation committed to inclusive early childhood education and professional learning.
Your passion for reconciliation, sustainability and the rights of children, will be highly regarded.
Gowrie SA warmly encourages Aboriginal and Zenadth Kes peoples and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
To make the right move for your career, please email your cover letter, resume and workrelated referees to [email protected]. Please note, only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Please use your cover letter to support your application for the role.
Gowrie SA is a community-based organisation leading the development of innovative and responsive services for children and families. Founded on a rich history of children’s rights to quality education and care, our programs today are focused on a vision that holds the rights, wellbeing and learning of children, families and educators at its heart.
We offer unique, relationship based programs which allow time for each child and their family to develop rich connections with their primary educators. Within our infant-toddler (0-3 years) and kindergarten (3-5 years) program, educators use these connections to enrich learning experiences that stimulate children’s curiosity, wonder and learning. Our spacious natural gardens support all children to explore their world freely and feel accepted and respected culturally, intellectually, emotionally and physically.
Gowrie SA focuses on community, social justice and the capacities of each child to inform their programs.
We are committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). The rights, wellbeing and learning of children, families and educators are at the heart of our vision for early childhood. Gowrie SA prioritises cultural learning and reconciliation in our community with the belief that children’s voices will shape future generations. As part of Gowrie SA’s Reconciliation Action Plan, we warmly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply. Applications from Kaurna people will be highly regarded and prioritised.
We also encourage culturally diverse applicants and those from diverse backgrounds.
We offer fully funded leadership and professional learning opportunities, both internally and externally, to support our educators in their ongoing learning, which assists professional growth and career development. We offer additional leave, above Award salaries, a professional career path and a supportive working environment. We have lovely modern facilities which are fit for purpose, and our programs are located in an area rich with trees and plants.
Gowrie SA is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity; with all employment decisions being based on an applicant’s ability to undertake their desired role. Considerations are made to ensure employees succeed in fulfilling their position requirements.
Testimonial – ‘I really enjoyed being part of a team that was so supportive and worked so well together. It felt like my opinions were valued and my needs were respected. I feel lucky to have been in such a cohesive and genuinely caring environment.’
Gowrie SA is committed to creating a child safe environment where all children feel valued and safe. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. Our robust human resources, recruitment and vetting practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interviewing process. Applicants should be aware that we carry out DHS Working with Children Checks and reference checks (as we see fit), as well as careful examination of employment history, to ensure that we are recruiting the right people for our organisation. All employees are aware of Child Safe practices and alert leaders if they have any concerns.
