Room Leader (DIP)

Little Leos Early Learning; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award salary

Regular performance reviews

Paid study time

Career progression opportunities

Uniform provided

Flexible scheduling

Well-being benefits

Job summary

Little Leo's Early Education in Denistone East NSW seeks a Room Leader (Diploma) to guide a team of educators and deliver high-quality early learning experiences. You will mentor staff, plan curriculum, and ensure care environments align with EYLF standards.

The role requires a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, NSW Working With Children Check, and current First Aid/CPR training. A collaborative Centre Director/Educational Leader relationship supports continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework.
• Current NSW Working With Children Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis and Child Protection and Child Safety training.
• Child Protection and GECCKO Child Safety Training Certificates.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to child safety and continuous professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and support your team of educators.
• Guide curriculum planning, critical reflection and documentation.
• Foster a positive team culture through coaching and collaboration.
• Work closely with the Centre Director and Educational Leader to drive continuous improvement.
• Create warm, inclusive and engaging learning environments.
• Deliver play-based educational programs guided by the EYLF.
• Maintain a safe and well-organised learning environment.
• Promote child safety and uphold health, safety and compliance requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Little Leos Early Learning – Denistone East NSW

Premium Early Childhood Education & Care | Purpose-Built Innovative Centre | Supportive Environment

Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives?

Are you an experienced Room Leader ready to inspire and mentor a team, we'd love to hear from you.

Join a team where relationships matter, children come first, and every day is an opportunity to inspire lifelong learning.

About Little Leo's

At Little Leo's Early Education, we're passionate about creating a place where every child feels seen, supported, and inspired to shine.

Our purpose-built early learning services have been thoughtfully designed to spark curiosity, confidence, and creativity through beautiful indoor learning environments, expansive outdoor play spaces, and meaningful connections with children, families and the community.

The Opportunities

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Room Leader (Diploma) to join our growing team.

As a Room Leader, you will lead and mentor a team of educators while creating an engaging, safe and nurturing learning environment that supports children's development and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

Create warm, inclusive and engaging learning environments where every child feels safe, valued and supported

Deliver play-based educational programs guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)

Build positive and respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues

Support children's learning, wellbeing and development through intentional teaching and meaningful interactions

Maintain a safe, stimulating and well-organised learning environment

Promote child safety and uphold all health, safety and compliance requirements

Work collaboratively with the leadership team to provide exceptional education and care

Additional responsibilities for Room Leaders include:

Lead, mentor and support your team of educators

Guide curriculum planning, critical reflection and documentation

Foster a positive team culture through coaching and collaboration

Work closely with the Centre Director and Educational Leader to drive continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

The successful applicants will be flexible and available to work rostered shifts between 7:00am and 6:00pm, Monday to Friday.

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care

Sound knowledge of the National Quality Framework and Early Years Learning Framework

Current NSW Working With Children Check

Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, Anaphylaxis and Child Protection and Child Safety training

Child Protection and GECCKO Child Safety Training Certificates

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Passion for providing exceptional early childhood education and care

Positive, reliable and professional attitude

Commitment to child safety and continuous professional growth

Why You'll Love Working with Little Leo's

At Little Leo's, we believe that when our team thrives, our children flourish.

We offer:

Above-award salarywith regular performance reviews

Dedicated paid study time.

Supportive leadershipfrom experienced professionals and the head office.

Career progression opportunitiesacross our growing network of centres

Team building and social gatherings

Uniform providedand well-being focused benefits

Work-life balancesupported through flexible scheduling and realistic expectations

Strong focus on driving a positive and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice

A positive, collaborative culture where everyone's ideas are valued and every team member has the opportunity to grow

If you're ready to join a team that is passionate about making a genuine difference in children's lives, we'd love to hear from you.