Room Leader

Young Academics Early Learning Centre; Penrith City Council; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Young Academics Early Learning Centre in Cranebrook, NSW, seeks an experienced Room Leader to oversee daily room operations and deliver high-quality education and care. You will mentor staff, coordinate routines and work with the Educational Leader to provide engaging learning experiences for children.

This full-time role runs Monday to Friday with a rotating roster between early start and late finish. You will support child safety, complete documentation, and build strong relationships with

Qualifications

• ACECQA-approved qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Experience in leading and mentoring a room.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQS and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operation of your room and support a collaborative team.
• Mentor educators, trainees and students within the room.
• Develop and deliver engaging educational programs with Educational Leader.
• Support supervision, room routines, documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and staff.

Education

ACECQA-approved qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Young Academics Early Learning Centre is a leading and reputable provider with more than 45 centres across New South Wales. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Room Leader to join our Cranebrook team.

About the Role

As a Room Leader, you will lead the day-to-day operation of your room while continuing to provide high-quality education and care. You will mentor and support your team, coordinate room routines and work closely with the Educational Leader and Centre Leadership Team to deliver engaging learning experiences for children.

You will play an important role in creating a positive, collaborative and child-safe environment where children and educators can thrive.

This position is a full-time role – Monday to Friday between 6:30 am – 6:00 pm (rotating roster).

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of your room and support a collaborative team culture.
• Mentor, guide and support educators, trainees, casuals and students within the room.
• Work with the Educational Leader to develop and deliver engaging educational programs.
• Support effective supervision, room routines, documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Build positive relationships and communicate effectively with children, families and your team.
• Model and promote child safety, safeguarding, inclusion and high-quality practice.

About You

• An ACECQA-approved qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and support a team.
• Strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQS and relevant regulations.
• Current NSW Employee Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR and National Mandatory Child Protection certificates.
• Strong communication, organisation and documentation skills.
• A genuine commitment to child safety, safeguarding and continuous improvement.

Child Safety Matters

At Young Academics, we prioritise children's safety and wellbeing. Our values, actions and decisions are guided by our genuine commitment to upholding the rights, interests, needs and voices of children in our care. You will be required to provide a minimum of two professional referees as part of the recruitment process. Young Academics conducts reference checks, will verify that you hold a valid WWCC for paid work, and confirms that you do not have any prohibition or statutory notices against you. Young Academics uses CCTV in our centres and works closely with the regulatory authorities to report any child safety concerns. Visit our website for more information on our Child Safe Practices.