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.

Executive

Board Member position (Honorary)

We have a current vacancy for a community member on our voluntary Gowrie SA Board. Expressions of interest are invited for this position from individuals with suitable qualifications and expertise in relevant skills desirable for the role.

Please send your CV and an accompanying letter to recruit@gowriesa.org.au

Further information here.

Professional Learning

Casual Professional Learning Facilitator

Gowrie SA is a well-respected provider of professional learning services for the Early Childhood Education and OSHC sectors. This is a unique time in early childhood education and care, with strong investment in professional learning opportunities.

We are seeking passionate, experienced and committed professionals to assist us in providing:

customised professional learning sessions for services
an annual calendar of professional learning sessions curated for the sector
face to face, online and blended delivery modes
Office for Early Childhood Development Boost Menu program offerings
support for services with compliance notices
consultancy services

Gowrie SA is seeking suitably qualified casual facilitators, with demonstrated knowledge and experience in the sector, with evening availability to be engaged as needed.

Essential requirements:

Minimum Qualifications – Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Minimum 5 years experience as an educator or leader
Strong sector knowledge including: NQF, ELYF, MTOP
Driver’s license
Evening availability
Ability to travel

Desirable experience:

COSP/C
Marte Meo
Leadership
Mentoring/coaching
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-quality education and training in a not-for-profit organisation committed to inclusive early childhood education and professional learning.

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

Gowrie SA warmly encourages Aboriginal and Zenadth Kes peoples and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

To make the right move for your career, please email your cover letter, resume and workrelated referees to recruit@gowriesa.org.au. Applications close 20th March, 2026, please note, only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Please use your cover letter to support your application for the role.

RTO Team Leader & Trainer/Assessor – Gowrie Training Centre (Part-Time)

Gowrie SA operates a small accredited Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in SA. Gowrie SA is seeking a passionate and experienced RTO Team Leader & Trainer/Assessor to lead the operations of the Gowrie Registered Training Organisation and facilitate a limited amount of training according to the Gowrie SA scope of registration.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-quality education and training in a not-for-profit organisation committed to inclusive early childhood education and professional learning.

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

The RTO Team Leader & Trainer/Assessor is responsible for ensuring the effective operation of Gowrie SA Training Centre in line with the Revised Standards for RTOs, policies and procedures.

Key responsibilities include:

Overseeing and implementing the delivery, assessment, and compliance of accredited training
Maintaining RTO registration and quality assurance
Supporting learners with responsive and inclusive support services
Developing promotional strategies and managing reporting and record-keeping
Contributing to the strategic direction and continuous improvement of the RTO
Maintaining safe working environment for all learners and facilitators.

Desirable attributes

Confident leadership qualities with a strong understanding of the VET sector and a commitment to learner equity and quality training outcomes.
Current Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE).
Relevant qualification in Children/s Services or Early Childhood Teaching.
Recent and relevant experience in quality assurance, compliance and RTO operations.

This position is offered as a part-time opportunity, working approximately 15 hours a week for an initial 12 month contract.

Gowrie SA warmly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

For more information, please see the job and person specification.

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.

Casual Professional Learning Facilitator

Flying Start Pathways Program

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

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
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.

This position will be contracted until June 30, 2027, 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 20th March, 2026, 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