Room Leader

Guardian Early Learning Group; Caloundra; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Childcare & Education Caloundra is seeking passionate educators to join our welcoming team. You’ll work with dedicated Educators and Centre Managers, access state-of-the-art resources, and contribute to a learning environment where children shine.

We offer opportunities for career progression across a national network, the Thrive framework to support rooms, and a 15% government funded wage increase now. Above-award pay and valued perks complete the package.

Qualifications

• An approved qualification in Early Childhood Education, or you're actively working towards one.
• Availability between 7am–6pm, Monday to Friday on rotating rosters.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Child Protection and Food Safety Certificates.
• 2–3 years’ experience in the early childhood sector.

Responsibilities

• Work with dedicated Educators and supportive Centre Managers as you access state-of-the-art resources in inspiring learning environments.
• Celebrate milestones and “wow” moments with families.
• Bring our unique To BE Me learning program to life.
• Keep learning and growing with an incredible team.

Skills

Teamwork

Education

Early Childhood Education qualification

Working with Children Check

Child Protection Certificate

Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Inspire. Lead. Grow. Be amazing with Guardian.

Are you ready to inspire young minds and make a real difference? Join Guardian Childcare & Education Caloundra and be part of our growing team in

Whether you’re an educator starting out your early childhood journey, or a Room Leader passionate about mentoring and building strong team foundations, we’d love to hear from you. You’ll have the chance to work in a welcoming and supportive environment where every day is an opportunity to shine.

Here’s the opportunity:

Work with dedicated Educators and supportive Centre Managers as you:

• Access state-of-the-art resources in inspiring learning environments.
• Celebrate milestones and “wow” moments with families.
• Bring our unique To BE Me learning program to life.
• Keep learning and growing with an incredible team.

As part of Guardian, you’ll:

• Benefit from Thrive, our framework that ensures smooth, well-supported rooms.
• Unlock career progression and pathways across a national network.
• Work in beautiful centres where both you and children can shine.
• Receive the 15% Government Funded Wage Increase now
• Be rewarded with above award pay, great perks, and a culture of recognition.

At Guardian, we’re a place where people love to be.

Here’s what you’ll bring:

• An approved qualification in Early Childhood Education, or you're actively working towards one
• Availability between 7am – 6pm, Monday to Friday on rotating rosters.
• Current Working with Children Check.

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Child Protection and Food Safety Certificates.
• 2–3 years’ experience in the early childhood sector.

Come and be part of something bigger with Guardian.

Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.

We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

At Guardian Childcare & Education, children's safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards.

*for those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted.