Gowrie SA is a community-based organisation leading the development of innovative and responsive services for children and families.

We offer unique, relationship-based programs which allow time for each child and their family to develop rich connections with their primary educators.

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).

We offer fully funded leadership and professional learning opportunities, both internally and externally, to support our employees in building their knowledge and understanding, which assists professional growth and career development.

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.

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.

Administration Officer (12 Month Contract)

Do you enjoy supporting teams by providing exceptional administrative, reception and account keeping services?

Do you value the professional benefits of critical reflection and working in a culturally diverse and inclusive environment?

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a part time Administration Officer (Initial 12 Month Contract) to support a team of Teachers and Educators, who have a strong focus on children’s learning and wellbeing.

The Administration Officer (Children’s Programs) will report to and is accountable to the Director – Children’s Program (Thebarton) and the Director – Children’s Program (Underdale) for the provision of administrative, reception and account keeping services for Gowrie SA.

“This position is being offered as a part-time opportunity, ideally 20 hours a week, 1 to 5 pm over 5 days.”

To be successful in this role, you must have proven experience in a Reception/Administrative role previously and have a sound working knowledge of the MS Office packages and the ability to problem solve occasional IT issues. Your knowledge of SPIKE software, the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) and/or experience working in a not-for-profit/community-based environment or early years’ services, will give you a strong advantage.

Your passion for Reconciliation, sustainability and the rights of children, will be highly regarded.

Gowrie SA warmly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We also encourage culturally diverse applicants and those from diverse backgrounds.

If this position sound like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, don’t delay applying. We are looking for our successful applicant to commence as soon as possible.

To make the right move for your career, please email your cover letter, resume and work-related referees to [email protected]. We strongly encourage you to use your cover letter to support your application for the role. The job description for the position can be found on our website – www.gowriesa.org.au.