Early Childhood Educator - Room Leader

Growing Minds Early Learning Centre; Tamworth; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive above-award wages

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Growing Minds Early Learning Centre Tamworth NSW invites an experienced Assistant Educator to join our friendly team. You will support the Room Leader, help implement play-based learning and contribute to high-quality education and care for 0–5 year olds.

Requirements include Cert 3 or Diploma in ECE, NSW WWCC, First Aid/CPR, Asthma/Anaphylaxis training (or willingness to obtain). Strong leadership and communication are valued in our collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Cert 3 or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent).
• Experience in early childhood education; leadership is a plus.
• Solid understanding of EYLF and National Quality Framework.
• Current NSW Working With Children Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to support, motivate and guide a team of educators.
• Positive attitude and genuine passion for early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Draw on your experience to support the Room Leader and educator team in delivering high-quality education and care.
• Contribute to planning, implementing and reflecting on engaging, play-based learning programs in line with the EYLF.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment for children aged 0-5 years.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children, families and fellow educators.
• Share your knowledge and practical skills with the team, and support newer educators and students where needed.
• Follow the National Quality Framework, National Regulations and centre policies.
• Maintain accurate observations, documentation and individual learning records.
• Support children's social, emotional, physical and cognitive development.
• Take pride in helping create a positive, collaborative and welcoming room environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Cert 3 or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Growing Minds Early Learning Centre - Tamworth NSW

Join the Growing Minds Team - Experienced Assistant Educator!

Are you a passionate and experienced early childhood educator looking for a supportive team where your skills are valued?

At Growing Minds Early Learning Centre Tamworth, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing and inspiring place where they can learn, grow and thrive.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated and experienced educator to join our friendly and supportive team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an educator who is passionate about early childhood education, enjoys working collaboratively and is committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences for children.

About the Role

• Draw on your experience to support the Room Leader and educator team in delivering high-quality education and care.
• Contribute to planning, implementing and reflecting on engaging, play-based learning programs in line with the EYLF.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment for children aged 0-5 years.
• Build strong, positive relationships with children, families and fellow educators.
• Share your knowledge and practical skills with the team, and support newer educators and students where needed.
• Follow the National Quality Framework, National Regulations and centre policies.
• Maintain accurate observations, documentation and individual learning records.
• Support children's social, emotional, physical and cognitive development.
• Take pride in helping create a positive, collaborative and welcoming room environment.

About You

• A Cert 3 or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or equivalent).
• Previous experience in an early childhood education setting, ideally in a leadership role.
• A sound understanding of the EYLF and National Quality Framework.
• A current NSW Working With Children Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to support, motivate and guide a team of educators.
• A positive attitude, reliability and a genuine passion for early childhood education.

Why Join Growing Minds?

At Growing Minds, we value our educators and are committed to helping them grow both personally and professionally.

We offer:

• Competitive above-award wages.
• Ongoing professional deve