Room Leader (Diploma) - Erskineville

Mini Masterminds; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Award salary

Job summary

Mini Masterminds Erskineville is seeking a passionate Full-Time Room Leader to lead a 2-3 room educational team and deliver high-quality care for children.

You will mentor educators, plan and evaluate EYLF-aligned programs, and collaborate with the Centre Leadership Team to maintain the highest standards of education and care. Applicants must have Diploma or Cert III in ECEC, WWCC, First Aid, CPR, and current Child Protection training; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved).
• WWCC, First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certificates.
• Current Child Protection training/certificate.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQF, and NQS.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Right to work in Australia; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor educators within your room with on-the-floor guidance.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate EYLF-aligned educational programs.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Ensure compliance with NQF, NQS and relevant legislation.
• Support quality improvement and centre-wide goals.
• Promote a collaborative professional team culture.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Diploma or Cert III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Job description

Mini Masterminds is a leading early childhood education provider committed to creating safe, nurturing, and inspiring learning environments where every child can thrive.

We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Full-Time Room Leader to join our team at Mini Masterminds Erskineville (83-place centre).

Guided by our values of Individual Care, Quality Education, and Genuine Love, our purpose-built centres provide engaging learning environments where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and develop confidence through meaningful play-based learning. We are passionate about supporting every child's development while fostering a workplace where educators feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow.

Mini Masterminds Erskineville - Room Leader (2-3 room)

About Mini Masterminds

About the Role

As Room Leader, you will lead your classroom team to deliver high-quality education and care while creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment where children can learn and thrive.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will mentor educators, support children's learning and development, and work collaboratively with the Centre Leadership Team to maintain the highest standards of education and care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor educators within your room through on-the-floor guidance and support
• Plan, implement, and evaluate engaging educational programs aligned with the EYLF
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Support children's learning, development, and wellbeing through meaningful interactions
• Ensure compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF), National Quality Standards (NQS), and all relevant legislation
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and centre-wide goals
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and professional team culture

Why Join Mini Masterminds?

• Above Award salary
• Tailored leadership development and career progression opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring
• Supportive Centre and Head Office Leadership Teams
• Childcare discounts for employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Be part of a growing organisation that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Diploma or Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved)
• Previous Room Leader or leadership experience within an Early Childhood Education setting
• Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma, and Anaphylaxis certifications
• Current Child Protection training/certificate
• Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), National Quality Framework (NQF), and National Quality Standards (NQS)
• Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills
• A genuine passion for mentoring educators and delivering high-quality education and care

Applicants must have valid Australian working rights. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.