Introduction:
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.
Description:
About Gowrie NSW Audrey EEC (St Leonards) - OPENING SOON
Opening in August 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 Cert III Educators that are available to work Full time across Monday to Friday.
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
- 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, 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.
