OSHC Assistant Manager | Educational Leader

Gowrie NSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free professional development through

Free professional development through

Monthly and annual reward program and

Employee referral bonus for educators

Employee assistance program

Free flu vaccinations

Job summary

Gowrie NSW seeks an OSHC Assistant Manager and Educational Leader to guide and support Educators, liaise with schools, children and families, and lead a committed team within our not-for-profit early childhood learning environment.

You will foster high engagement, lead professional learning, ensure safety standards, and contribute to program quality across school terms and vacation care periods.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or Diploma in Childhood Education.
• Previous leadership experience.
• Experience as Educational Leader.
• Team player with a creative and energetic approach.
• Valid compliance certificates (WWCC, Child Protection, First Aid, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach Educators to exceed practices.
• Communicate effectively with school representatives, children and families.
• Build and maintain a positive, engaged team.
• Ensure compliant and safe OSHC environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Coaching

Relationship management

Education

Certificate III or Diploma in Childhood Education

Job description

OSHC Assistant Manager | Educational Leader

Posted: 16/10/2026

Closing Date: 27/11/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Job Category: Outside School Hours and Care

Gowrie NSW is a proud not-for-profit early and middle childhood learning organisation established with a vision to see children thrive and amplify their contributions to the world. We achieve this vision through our services and programs for children and families and by providing leadership and professional learning opportunities to the early childhood sector. The image of children as active participants is core to our pedagogy, and we move forward with a strong focus on contemporary practice and innovation.

Job Description

We pay above award and provide a range of benefits however we are most proud of our high levels of employee engagement and strong cultural alignment – that’s what makes the Gowrie difference!

Availability to work Monday to Friday as required during the school term and straight shifts during vacation care.

The Benefits for You

• Highly engaged and values aligned workforce
• Free professional development through Gowrie NSW education hub
• Monthly and annual reward program and tenure incentives
• Employee referral bonus for successfully referring new Educators
• Employee assistance program
• Free flu vaccinations

About Gowrie NSW Erskineville

We are a not-for-profit OSHC service that places high value in creating a safe, play-based environment for children to thrive. We consider a friendly team dynamic to be integral to the impact of our learning programs and we are looking for someone who shares that philosophy and wants to lead a committed and engaged team.

Your Impact

Your leadership will engage the passion of our Educators by providing them with guidance and coaching in exceeding practices. Your excellent communication and relationship management skills and the ability to interact with school representatives, children and their families will be key to your success.

About you

• Have a Certificate III or Diploma in childhood education
• Have previous leadership experience
• Have experience as Educational Leader
• Are a team player with a creative and energetic approach
• Have valid compliance certificates (e.g. WWCC, Child Protection, First Aid etc.)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply.

At Gowrie NSW, we believe in providing a safe, secure and nurturing environment for all children in our care. Child safety is a priority across Gowrie NSW and we are committed to embedding the Child Safe Standards through our systems, policies and processes. Child safety is a shared responsibility we take seriously. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of child harm, abuse, or neglect. All potential employees must be willing to undergo a thorough background check and adhere to our policies and procedures. Join our team at Gowrie NSW and help us ensure the safety of children.