Diploma Room Leader — Lead Play-Based Learning & Mentoring

Only About Children; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award pay

Childcare discount

Flexible hours

Wellbeing days

Extra annual leave

Learning & development

Training support

Loyalty program

Retail discounts

Employee assistance

Job summary

Only About Children in Melbourne is seeking a Diploma-qualified Room Leader to guide day-to-day learning, routines and educator support within your room. You will work collaboratively with the campus team to create safe, engaging environments where children can learn through play.

You will lead learning experiences, mentor educators, and uphold the highest standards of safety and wellbeing in a dynamic early years setting.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education from a recognised Registered Training Organisation or ACECQA approved equivalent
• Minimum of two years full-time relevant work experience
• Current Working with Children Check, Employee
• Strong understanding of the National Quality Framework and EYLF
• Experience with programming, planning and documenting children's learning
• Ability to establish room routines and manage daily room operations
• Experience mentoring or managing educators within the room
• Strong family communication and partnership skills
• Genuine passion for early childhood education and development
• Creative, supportive and cooperative team approach

Responsibilities

• Lead a safe, inclusive and engaging room environment where children are actively supervised, cared for and supported.
• Plan and implement child-led, play-based learning experiences using the OAC Grow Curriculum, EYLF and NQF.
• Build meaningful relationships with children and families through warm, respectful and responsive communication.
• Guide daily routines, small group experiences, transitions, mealtimes and room responsibilities.
• Document children's learning through OAC Connect and maintain records that support development, planning and QIP requirements.
• Mentor and support educators in the room through guidance, reflection and modelling strong practice.
• Maintain a strong everyday commitment to child safety, wellbeing, compliance and continuous improvement.

Skills

Two years' experience in ECE

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Only About Children in Melbourne is seeking a Diploma-qualified Room Leader to guide day-to-day learning, routines and educator support within your room. You will work collaboratively with the campus team to create safe, engaging environments where children can learn through play.

You will lead learning experiences, mentor educators, and uphold the highest standards of safety and wellbeing in a dynamic early years setting.