Leadership Opportunity in Early Childhood Education
Gowrie NSW is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing exceptional early education and care experiences for children. We are seeking a passionate and experienced General Manager of OSHC to join our team based in the Central West NSW.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in continuing our legacy of excellence, leading our services to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and families. As a leader, you will provide professional support and mentorship to Program Managers, ensuring that our centres deliver high-quality early education and care that exceeds the National Quality Standard.
About the Role:
* Lead and Mentor: Build the leadership capacity of Program Managers, empowering them to deliver exceptional care and education.
* Drive Excellence: Ensure our centres achieve and maintain an exceeding rating by staying informed of best practices and driving pedagogical performance.
* Foster Community: Work collaboratively with Program Managers to ensure our centres are deeply embedded within their local communities, enhancing the experience for children and families.
* Promote Continuous Improvement: Champion processes that improve assessment and rating outcomes, ensuring that our centres are always striving for excellence.
* Ensure Compliance: Maintain a strong understanding of governing laws and regulations, ensuring all centres are compliant and uphold the highest standards.
* Support Financial Success: Guide Program Managers in achieving financial targets, ensuring strong business disciplines are in place.
What We're Looking For:
* Experienced Leader: A background in early childhood education with leadership and managerial experience in multi-site teams.
* Pedagogical and Compliance Expertise: A leader with strong knowledge of National Law, Regulations, and the National Quality Standard, and a deep understanding of how to drive pedagogical performance.
* Community-Minded: A commitment to embedding our centres within their local communities and driving initiatives that reflect our vision and values with a focus on inclusion and diversity.
* Strategic Thinker: Ability to achieve business outcomes through strong commercial acumen and problem-solving skills.
* Exceptional Communicator: An engaging people leader with strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, with the ability to inspire and influence.
Benefits:
* Generous package and salary packaging options
* Free professional development through Gowrie NSW Education Hub
* Hybrid working practices
* Monthly RDO (Full time roles)
* Discounted child-care fees(50%)
* Employee Assistance Program
* Retail discount program
Qualifications/Certifications:
* Diploma or Tertiary qualification in early childhood education (e.g. University degree)
* Current Driver's Licence
* Working With Children Check
* Strong knowledge of National Law, Regulations, and the National Quality Standards