ECT Room Leader

Growth Mindset Early Learning; Campbelltown; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Growth Mindset Early Learning Centre in Campbelltown is seeking an experienced Room Leader to oversee daily room operations, lead educational programming and mentor staff. The role focuses on child safety, high-quality learning experiences and strong partnerships with families.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of two years in a leadership role in early childhood, hold a Diploma or be working towards a Bachelor in Early Childhood Education, and possess valid NSW Working With Children

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience in a Room Leader or early childhood leadership role.
• Hold/working towards a Bachelor in Early Childhood Education or have a related bachelor.
• Current NSW Working With Children Check and relevant first aid qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operation of the room to ensure a safe, organised and engaging learning environment.
• Mentor educators in programming, supervision and child safety.
• Provide feedback and address unsafe practices promptly.
• Ensure routines are implemented consistently and align with EYLF V2.0.
• Maintain high-quality documentation and relationships with families.

Skills

Room Leader experience

Communication skills

Active supervision

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (in progress)

Bachelor in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Growth Mindset Early Learning - Campbelltown NSW

Growth Mindset Early Learning Centre - Campbelltown, NSW

Position: Room Leader
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Growth Mindset Early Learning Centre - Campbelltown
Reports To: Centre Director / Educational Leader

Early Childhood Teacher / Room Leader

Position: Room Leader
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Growth Mindset Early Learning Centre - Campbelltown
Reports To: Centre Director / Educational Leader

About Growth Mindset Early Learning Centre

At Growth Mindset Early Learning Centre, we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, inclusive and stimulating environment where every child is respected, supported and empowered to thrive.

We believe children's safety, wellbeing and rights are fundamental to quality early childhood education. Our educators demonstrate professional integrity, accountability and a commitment to maintaining a strong child‑safe culture.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced, passionate and dedicated Room Leader to join our Campbelltown team.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of two years' experience in an early childhood leadership role and hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, be actively working towards an approved Bachelor of Early Childhood Education, or hold an approved Bachelor of Early Childhood Education.

The Room Leader is responsible for the day-to-day leadership of their room, ensuring effective supervision, high-quality educational programming, positive relationships with children and families, and consistent implementation of the centre's policies and procedures.

Child safety, wellbeing and protection are the highest priorities of this position and must underpin every decision and interaction.

Key Responsibilities

1. Child Safety and Protection

• Actively promote and implement the NSW Child Safe Standards and the centre's Child Safe Code of Conduct.

• Ensure the safety, rights, dignity and wellbeing of every child are prioritised at all times.

• Maintain active and effective supervision during all routines, transitions, indoor and outdoor activities, mealtimes, toileting, nappy changes and rest periods.

• Ensure educators are strategically positioned and understand their supervision responsibilities.

• Conduct regular headcounts and ensure children are accounted for during transitions and throughout the day.

• Identify, assess and respond immediately to hazards, unsafe practices and potential risks to children.

• Recognise indicators of abuse, neglect, grooming and inappropriate conduct, and comply with applicable reporting obligations.

• Promptly report child safety concerns, incidents, allegations and breaches of the Code of Conduct through appropriate channels, including external reporting where legally required.

• Maintain professional boundaries and ensure that interactions with children are safe, respectful and appropriate.

• Support children's right to express their views, concerns and preferences, and ensure they are genuinely listened to.

• Implement safe practices concerning personal devices, photography, digital technologies and children's privacy.

• Foster a culture where educators are confident to speak up about child safety concerns without fear of retaliation.

• Ensure child safety procedures are consistently followed by permanent educators, casual staff, students and volunteers.

2. Room Leadership and Team Management

• Lead the daily operation of the room, ensuring a safe, organised and engaging learning environment.

• Allocate responsibilities clearly and ensure educators understand their roles throughout the day.

• Model positive professional behaviour, ethical decision‑making and respectful interactions.

• Mentor and support educators in educational programming, supervision, child safety and professional development.

• Provide constructive feedback and promptly address inappropriate or unsafe practices.

• Ensure room routines are implemented consistently while remaining responsive to children's individual needs.

• Conduct regular team discussions to reflect on educational practice, supervision and opportunities for improvement.

• Foster a collaborative and accountable team culture.

• Communicate effectively with the Centre Director regarding staffing, operational issues, incidents and concerns.

• Ensure children's needs and safety always take priority over administrative or operational convenience.

3. Educational Programming and Intentional Teaching

• Lead the planning, implementation and evaluation of educational programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework V2.0.

• Demonstrate intentional teaching through purposeful interactions, modelling, questioning, scaffolding and extending children's learning.

• Ensure educational experiences reflect children's interests, strengths, abilities and developmental needs.

• Maintain a meaningful cycle of observation, assessment, planning, implementation and critical reflection.

• Support educators in documenting children's learning through observations, jottings, learning stories and other appropriate assessment methods.

• Develop stimulating and inclusive learning environments that encourage curiosity, creativity, independence, resilience and problem‑solving.

• Embed opportunities for literacy, numeracy, social development and emotional wellbeing throughout the daily program.

• Encourage children's agency, choice and active participation in their learning.

• Ensure educational documentation is accurate, current and meaningful rather than simply completed for compliance purposes.

4. Children's Health, Safety and Wellbeing

• Maintain a hygienic, safe and well‑organised room environment.

• Ensure compliance with safe sleep and rest, infection control, food safety, allergy management and medical management procedures.

• Understand and correctly implement children's individual medical management plans and risk minimisation plans.

• Conduct daily safety inspections and ensure hazards are reported and addressed promptly.

• Ensure appropriate hygiene practices during toileting, nappy changing, food handling and cleaning.

• Respond promptly and appropriately to illness, injuries, incidents and emergencies.

• Promote positive behaviour guidance through respectful, developmentally appropriate approaches.

• Support children's social and emotional wellbeing through responsive and nurturing relationships.

• Maintain accurate incident, injury, trauma and illness records in accordance with regulatory and centre requirements.

5. Relationships with Children and Families

• Build warm, secure and respectful relationships with every child.

• Promote children's sense of belonging, identity and confidence.

• Establish positive partnerships with families through open, professional and respectful communication.

• Communicate regularly with families about their child's learning, development and wellbeing.

• Respect the cultural, linguistic and individual needs of children and families.

• Maintain confidentiality and protect children's personal information.

• Respond appropriately to family feedback, concerns and complaints.

• Work collaboratively with families and relevant professionals to support children with additional needs.

6. Compliance and Continuous Improvement

• Ensure daily room practices comply with the Education and Care Services National Law, National Regulations and National Quality Standard.

• Implement centre policies, procedures and risk assessments consistently.

• Maintain accurate educational, safety and operational documentation.

• Participate in internal audits, professional development and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Contribute to the centre's Quality Improvement Plan.

• Ensure child safety requirements are actively demonstrated in daily practice, not simply reflected in written policies.

Essential Selection Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate:

• A minimum of two years' experience in a Room Leader or other early childhood leadership position.

• One of the following qualifications:

• Currently working towards an approved Bachelor of Early Childhood Education.

• An approved Bachelor of Early Childhood Education.

• A current and valid NSW Working With Children Check.

• Current first aid, CPR, asthma and anaphylaxis qualifications, or willingness to obtain these before undertaking relevant duties.

• Completion of required child protection and national child safety training, or willingness to complete within applicable timeframes.

• Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standard and EYLF V2.0.

• Strong understanding of the NSW Child Safe Standards and child protection responsibilities.

• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and support educators.

• Excellent understanding of active supervision, risk management and child‑safe practices.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to organise and manage room routines and responsibilities effectively.

• Demonstrated commitment to professional conduct, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience leading a room through assessment and rating.

• Strong knowledge of intentional teaching and educational documentation.

• Experience working with children with additional needs.

• Ability to mentor educators and promote reflective practice.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• A proactive approach to identifying and addressing child safety risks.

Key Performance Expectations

The Room Leader will be expected to:

• Maintain effective supervision and a safe environment for all children.

• Demonstrate consistent implementation of the centre's child safety policies and procedures.

• Ensure child safety concerns, incidents and hazards are addressed and escalated appropriately.

• Lead a high-quality educational program aligned with EYLF V2.0.

• Maintain current and meaningful educational documentation.

• Support and mentor educators to improve professional practice.

• Establish positive, respectful relationships with children and families.

• Maintain consistent compliance with regulatory and organisational requirements.

• Contribute positively to the centre's child‑safe culture and continuous improvement.

• Demonstrate accountability, initiative and sound professional judgement.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Growth Mindset Early Learning Centre has zero tolerance for child abuse, neglect, grooming, exploitation and any conduct that compromises children's safety or wellbeing.

Every employee is responsible for creating and maintaining a child‑safe environment.

The Room Leader is expected to actively model and reinforce safe practices, recognise and respond to risks, maintain professional boundaries and ensure that every child is treated with dignity and respect.

Child safety concerns must never be ignored, concealed or minimised. All concerns must be responded to promptly, with appropriate reporting and escalation.

Employment is subject to satisfactory screening, reference checks, qualification verification and Working With Children Check requirements.

Our Values

At Growth Mindset Early Learning Centre, we believe that outstanding early childhood education begins with children feeling safe, respected, valued and supported.

We seek a Room Leader who understands that leadership is demonstrated through everyday actions, professional accountability, genuine care for children and an unwavering commitment to their safety and wellbeing.