Employment Opportunities

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 Zenadth Kes (formerly known as 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.

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 staff are aware of Child Safe practices and alert leaders if they have any concerns.

Children's Programs

Children's Program Team Leader (Full time)

Are you passionate about pedagogy and curriculum in an integrated infant-toddler and/or kindergarten setting?
Do you value the professional benefits of working in a culturally diverse and inclusive environment?
Are you seeking a workplace that values you through above award salaries and conditions and supportive conditions?
Are you seeking a workplace that invests in your professional learning and development and allows space for growth, innovation and creative thinking?

Gowrie SA is seeking an experienced Team Leader to fill a full-time position. This position is being offered initially as a 12-month contract, with the potential of an ongoing position for the right person.

To be successful in this role, you must:

Have the relevant qualifications (minimum Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care)
be able to demonstrate experience in educating in early childhood
have experience in educational leadership
be able to demonstrate a strong knowledge of the NQF and EYLF
be able to demonstrate strong knowledge of contemporary early childhood practices and pedagogy
have a systematic approach to improving practice and outcomes
understand the importance of working collaboratively with the Director to maintain high-quality programs

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

If this position sounds like the opportunity, you’ve been waiting for, or if you want to be considered for future roles, send in your application to us - recruit@gowriesa.org.au

For more information, please view the job and person description.

Children's Services Employee (Multiple positions available - Part time & Full time)

Are you passionate about pedagogy and curriculum in an integrated infant-toddler and/or kindergarten setting?
Do you value the professional benefits of critical reflection and working in a culturally diverse and inclusive environment?

We currently have exciting part time/full time opportunities for exceptional Diploma qualified Educators, who have a strong focus on children’s learning and wellbeing to join our Children’s Program team at Thebarton and at Underdale.

These positions will be contracted for a 12-month period initially, with a strong likelihood of an ongoing position for the right person.

To be successful in these roles, you must have the relevant qualifications and a sound knowledge of the National Quality Standard and Regulations. Your knowledge or interest in primary caregiving and relationship-based practice, will be an advantage.

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

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 Zenadth Kes peoples to apply. Applications from Kaurna people will be highly regarded and prioritised.

If these positions sound like the opportunity, you’ve been waiting for, don’t delay applying. We are looking for the successful applicants to commence as soon as possible.

For more information view the job and person description.

To make the right move for your career, please email your cover letter, resume and work-related referees to recruit@gowriesa.org.au. We strongly encourage you to use your cover letter to support your application for the role.

Children's Program Administration Officer (Part time)

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 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, working across 5 days a week approximately 20 hours a week (1 to 5 pm shifts and will be contracted for a 12-month period initially, with a strong likelihood of an ongoing position for the right person.

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 Zenadth Kes 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.

Casual Relief Educators

Gowrie SA is seeking qualified and unqualified educators for casual relief work across all age groups.

Your responsibilities may include:

engaging in children’s play and learning
developing play environments under the direction of regular educators
engaging in children’s routines
maintaining a clean and hygienic environment
engagement in children’s meal times

If you are interested in joining our relief educator team, please send your resume (with your availability noted), certified copies of qualifications, RRHAN training certificate and your current not-prohibited Working With Children Check to recruit@gowriesa.org.au Or call on 8352 5144 for further information.

Inclusion Agency

Inclusion Professional (Regional)

Gowrie SA has Australian Government funding to operate the state-wide Inclusion Agency in South Australia as part of the Inclusion Support Program (ISP). The Gowrie SA Inclusion Agency is looking for a committed new colleague, working part time (0.6 FTE), based in (Whyalla). The Inclusion Professional will work with early education and care services to provide advice and assistance to build service capacity for the inclusion of children and offers support in relation to specific children's inclusion.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

As a member of the Gowrie SA Inclusion Agency team, you will work directly with services, stakeholders and other Inclusion Professionals to deliver inclusion support which is flexible and responsive to the needs of ELCC services, and educators across South Australian Eyre Peninsula/Port Augusta regional services.

Please email your cover letter, resume and work-related referees to recruit@gowriesa.org.au. We strongly encourage you to use your cover letter to support your application for the role. For more information view the full Advertisement and Job and Person Specification.

Professional Learning

The Government of South Australia is investing $9.7 million in the Flying Start Pathways Program, delivered in partnership with Gowrie SA to attract and retain early childhood educators and teachers through integrated career progression and wrap-around support services. This approach will help students – particularly from underrepresented backgrounds – to complete early childhood qualifications.

This new and innovative project aims to support career pathways into the early education and care sector through:

pre-certificate early education and care ‘taster’ courses
a unique student support model
Diploma Bridging Courses
Placement Support workshops for services
Placement planning and support for students
Facilitating placement exchanges.

This project will be predominantly supporting:

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
young people not engaged in education, employment, or training
gender diverse (including men)
mature aged
long-term unemployed
culturally and linguistically diverse
people with disability
those with additional needs (e.g. language, literacy and numeracy support)
first in family tertiary students.

Key Connector (FT/PT available)

Minimum 18 hours per week up to 38 hours - 2 year contract.

The successful candidate will:

assist promotion of these opportunities through our stakeholder networks and to prospective students
work in a Key Connector model of wraparound student support and apply a relational approach to supporting a cohort of students throughout their study pathway by walking alongside them
provide tailored support including but not limited to advocacy, coaching/mentoring, referral pathways to support organisations, assistance with enrolment, career guidance, wellbeing, and study network supports
utilise project tools and templates when working with students
collaborate with project partners to ensure all project deliverables are met
facilitate components of the project, including attendance at courses and occasional provision of crèche
support students, training providers and services before and during placements.

This project aims to support a diverse range of learners including those currently in the early childhood sector, and people with lived experience are encouraged to apply.

These positions will be contracted for a 2-year period, with the likelihood of a 1+1+1 year extension.

Position Description available here

To make the right move for your career, please email your cover letter, resume and work-related referees to recruit@gowriesa.org.au. Applications close 10th July, 2025, please note, only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Please use your cover letter to support your application for the role.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait peoples are encouraged to apply

Digital Communications and Administration Officer

12.5 hours per week - 2 year contract

We are seeking a digital communications and administration officer to assist us to promote these opportunities through stakeholder networks and to prospective students.

The successful candidate will:

work collaboratively to promote all aspects of the program through a marketing strategy
collaborate with project partners in the promotion and marketing of the program and program elements
demonstrate digital technology, marketing and relationship development skills
communicate across a wide range of channels
apply data entry, data analysis and evaluation knowledge and skills
support administration of the project.

Position Description available here

To make the right move for your career, please email your cover letter, resume and work-related referees to recruit@gowriesa.org.au. Applications close 10th July, 2025, please note, only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Please use a cover letter to support your application for the role.

This project aims to support a diverse range of learners including those currently in the early childhood sector, and people with lived experience are encouraged to apply.

These positions will be contracted for a 2-year period, with the likelihood of a 1+1+1 year extension.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait peoples are encouraged to apply.