Are you ready to take the next step in your career with Gowrie Victoria?

We’re looking for an inspiring leader to join the team at Carlton Learning Precinct with a history of demonstrating, advocating and collaborating across the sector. This role includes working in partnership with Carlton Primary school and other community services, making a positive impact for the local community.

For over 85 years, Gowrie Victoria has been at the forefront of high-quality early learning. We’re a not-for-profit organisation with a reputation for inspiring others and shining a light on best practice.

Our strength is our culture. It is built on a foundation of genuine curiosity. We support our leaders to be effective coaches, to build confidence, and to support their team to be reflective, creative, and collaborative. This enables us to find new ways to learn, improve, and achieve our shared purpose — championing excellence in early learning.

About the Role

The Assistant Manager oversees the service’s operational activities, ensuring they are carried out effectively and efficiently. This role involves meeting compliance obligations and identifying opportunities for improvement across the program consistent with the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).

As a leader, the Assistant Manager is also expected to build strong relationships with children, families, and educators, fostering an inviting, engaging, high-quality, and responsive service.

The position is part time,.8FTE however .9FTE may be considered.

About You (Selection Criteria)

� Previous experience in Leadership/Management in an ECEC setting with the ability to motivate, influence, mentor, and coach individuals and teams.

� Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with children, families, educators, community, and other relevant stakeholders.

� Previous experience in managing Compliance and Operations in an ECEC setting.

� Previous experience in service development (e.g., QIP) in an ECEC setting.

� In depth working knowledge of the NQF (comprising the Education and Care Services National Law and National Regs) and the NQS.

Ready to make a genuine impact?

For more information, click on Apply and you’ll be directed to Gowrie’s Careers Hub where you can discover more about working at Gowrie, view the position description, and most importantly submit your interest!

Please provide a brief cover letter describing how you meet the Key Selection Criteria.

Gowrie Victoria is an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation.

You must have a legal right to work in Australia and pass an employee Working With Children Check.