At a Glance
- Tasks: Coach and inspire early childhood educators while facilitating development programs.
- Company: Join Gowrie Victoria, a leading not-for-profit in early learning for over 85 years.
- Benefits: Flexible role with opportunities for travel and professional growth.
- Other info: Equal opportunity employer committed to child safety.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in early childhood education and nurture your career.
- Qualifications: Experienced early childhood teachers with strong leadership and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Looking for a new challenge in a flexible role in the early childhood sector? We're on the lookout for experienced coaches to join our team! 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, built on a foundation of genuine curiosity. We encourage our people to ask questions, be reflective and bring their authentic selves to work.
About The Role
Gowrie Coaches bring valuable sector knowledge and leadership skills to facilitate and deliver development programs for the early childhood sector. This role will work across multiple programs which may include:
- Coaching through School Readiness Funding
- Facilitation of Early Years Learning Networks, delivered in collaboration with the Department of Education
- Content writing and resource development, working alongside our learning and development team
This role is full time, fixed term across 2027 to cover a period of parental leave. As a statewide service, our programs are delivered across metropolitan and regional Victoria. Some travel will form part of the role and may include overnight travel depending on program needs. We are currently looking to strengthen our coverage across Melbourne's west and north, particularly Wyndham, Brimbank and Hume, as well as the Barwon region. However, we welcome applications from experienced candidates across Victoria. We are also currently advertising for part time and casual opportunities - visit our website to learn more.
About You
We are looking for early childhood teachers and leaders with significant experience of educational leadership, strong communication skills and the ability to facilitate workshops and coach individuals. In this role, you will use a range of leadership and coaching frameworks to support others to reflect and improve their practice. You will draw on your knowledge and expertise in a wide range of early childhood settings and areas including pedagogy and practice, inclusion, wellbeing, child safety and reform implementation to support and inspire educators, teachers and teams. Contemporary knowledge of best practices in early childhood education, a practical understanding of curriculums and the NQS and extensive teaching experience is essential.
Are you ready to nurture your career at Gowrie Victoria? Gowrie Victoria is an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation. You must have a legal right to work in Australia, pass an employee Working with Children Check and be willing to undertake a national police check.
Early Learning (ECT) Coach employer: Gowrie Victoria
Gowrie Victoria is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises professional growth and development in the early childhood education sector. As a not-for-profit organisation with a strong community focus, employees benefit from generous leave entitlements, ongoing training opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in Footscray. Join us in shaping the future of early learning while enjoying a collaborative environment that values curiosity and authenticity.
