Room Leader

Young Academics Early Learning Centre; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Young Academics Early Learning Centre is seeking a passionate Room Leader to lead a team of educators at our Woodcroft Cobblestone Service in New South Wales. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, inclusive education and care, aligning with our service philosophy and child-safe practices.

You will work with assistants to create meaningful learning experiences, ensure safety, and partner with families to support each child’s development, wellbeing and lifelong love of learning.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team of educators in an early learning setting.
• Strong understanding of child safety, wellbeing and inclusion.
• Ability to implement EYLF and health/hygiene protocols.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver an inclusive, innovative program.
• Apply EYLF learning frameworks to support identity, wellbeing and learning.
• Maintain safe environments and manage risks per health guidelines.
• Uphold mandatory reporting requirements for child safety.
• Lead by example and foster a collaborative team culture.
• Partner with families to support children's development and education goals.

Skills

Room Leader experience

Leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or Bachelor in Early Education and Care

Job description

Young Academics Early Learning Centre is a leading and reputable provider with more than 50 centres across New South Wales. We are currently seeking a passionate Room Leader to join our vibrant Woodcroft Cobblestone Service.

About the Role

As a Room Leader at Young Academics, you will lead a team of educators to provide high-quality, inclusive education and care. You'll inspire others through your experience, work closely with assistant educators and ensure every child in your care feels safe, supported and inspired to learn.

You will create meaningful learning experiences and environments that reflect best practice and align with our service philosophy. As a service, compliance and child safety remain our highest priority, and you will be expected to uphold our child-safe practices in all aspects of your role.

You will also collaborate with fellow educators to build strong, respectful partnerships with children, families and the wider community, fostering a supportive environment that enhances children's wellbeing, confidence, and lifelong love of learning.

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver an inclusive and innovative program.
• Apply approved learning frameworks (EYLF) that promote each child's identity, connection to community, wellbeing, learning confidence, and communication skills.
• Maintain a safe environment, proactively managing risks and adhering to health and hygiene protocols.
• Maintain Mandatory Reporting responsibilities and requirements.
• Lead by example in all interactions, fostering a respectful and collaborative team culture.
• Partner with families to support their children’s development and education goals.
• Build & maintain clear and accurate communication within the team, children and families, and nurture professional, supportive and respectful relationships

About You

• Minimum 12 months of demonstrated Room Leader experience in planning, documentation, and implementing programs for children 0-6 years with regards to current pedagogies and frameworks.
• Certificate III or Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or a Bachelor's in Early Education and Care from a nationally approved registered training organisation.
• Strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQS and sector regulations
• Current First Aid training and CPR Certificate
• Valid NSW Employee Working with Children Check
• Commitment to upholding a Child Safe Organisation and inclusive practices
• Maintain Mandatory National Child Safety Training

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.