Targeting:
Females, Youth/Students, People with Disabilities, Seniors/Retired People, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQI

Join the Board of Coastwide Child and Family Services

Help shape the future of children, families and communities.

Coastwide Child and Family Services Ltd is a trusted, community-based not-for-profit organisation that has been supporting children, families and educators across the Central Coast and surrounding regions for more than 40 years.

The safety, wellbeing and rights of children are at the heart of everything we do. As a Child Safe Organisation, Coastwide is committed to creating environments where children are safe, respected, heard and empowered. Our Board plays a vital role in ensuring that child safety remains a fundamental consideration in every strategic and governance decision.

As we enter an exciting period of growth, innovation and strategic development, we are seeking up to two new Directors to join our Board.

This is an opportunity to contribute your expertise to a financially responsible, values-driven organisation that is making a meaningful difference in the lives of children, families and communities.

Our Services

Coastwide delivers a diverse range of early childhood education, care and family support programs, including:

• Family Day Care

• Preschool

• Before and After School Care (OOSH)

• Mobile Preschool Programs

• Supported Playgroups

• MyTime

• PlayConnect

• Rural and Remote Education and Care Services

Who We're Looking For

We welcome expressions of interest from people who are committed to ethical leadership, strong governance and improving outcomes for children and families.

While we value diverse skills and experience, we are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in one or more of the following:

• Finance, accounting or audit

• Business strategy

• Governance and risk management

• Legal or commercial leadership

• Community, education or not-for-profit leadership

Previous board experience is welcomed but not essential. We value people who ask thoughtful questions, contribute constructively and are committed to continuous improvement.

The Role of the Board

As a Director, you will work collaboratively with fellow Board members and the Chief Executive Officer to:

• Provide strategic leadership and organisational oversight.

• Ensure sound financial stewardship and long-term sustainability.

• Support effective governance, risk management and regulatory compliance.

• Uphold Coastwide's commitment to being a Child Safe Organisation, ensuring the safety, wellbeing and rights of children remain paramount in governance and decision-making.

• Strengthen Coastwide's impact for children, families and the communities we serve.

Why Join Coastwide?

As a Director, you will have the opportunity to:

• Make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families.

• Help guide a respected organisation through an exciting period of growth and innovation.

• Work alongside an experienced and collaborative Board committed to good governance.

• Contribute your professional expertise to an organisation with a clear purpose and strong community reputation.

Our Commitment

Coastwide Child and Family Services is committed to providing child-safe environments where children are protected, respected and empowered. We expect every Director to share our commitment to child safety and to uphold the principles of our Child Safe Framework.

We also value diversity and inclusion and encourage expressions of interest from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

If you are looking for a meaningful governance opportunity where your skills can contribute to stronger communities and better outcomes for children, we would love to hear from you.

Help shape the future. Join Coastwide's Board and help ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.

Duty Statement: NSW