Early Childhood Teacher | Room Leader / Lead Educator in Sydney

Early Childhood Teacher | Room Leader / Lead Educator in Sydney

Sydney Full-Time 20.7 - 25.3 $ / hour (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and mentor educators to deliver high-quality learning programs for children.
  • Company: Join Little Zak's Academy, a family-run centre focused on nurturing education.
  • Benefits: Enjoy flexible rosters, competitive pay, childcare discounts, and wellness support.
  • Other info: Strong promote-from-within culture with excellent career growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career in a supportive environment.
  • Qualifications: ACECQA-approved Teaching Degree and experience as a Room Leader preferred.

The predicted salary is between 20.7 - 25.3 $ per hour.

  • Early Childhood Teacher | Room Leader / Lead Educator
  • Rotating rosters with flexibility depending on your needs
  • Modern, purpose built centre + inclusive, supportive team & leadership
  • Get mentored by our experienced centre management to implement/develop programs
  • Rotating rosters with flexibility depending on your needs
  • Modern, purpose built centre + inclusive, supportive team & leadership
  • Get mentored by our experienced centre management to implement/develop programs

Little Zak's Academy is privately owned and family run. Our aim is to provide early childhood care and education in a safe, welcoming, adopting and nurturing environment.

Our staff are dedicated professionals who value the importance of maintaining an optimum level of care and education for all children.

We select our staff based on knowledge and values, vision for children and learning, and commitment to families.

  • We are currently seeking an experienced
  • ECTRoom Leader to join our team at

Jordan Springs , supporting strong and consistent practice within the rooms.

You will provide leadership in delivering high quality, inclusive learning programs, while working closely alongside the Centre Director to strive for an exceeding centre.

Why Join Us?

We are proud to be part of the Australian Government’s Worker Retention Payment program.

Eligible team members at Little Zak's Academy now receive an additional 15% on top of award rates.

The Australian Government announced that the Worker Retention Payment program would be extended until 30 June 2028, continuing to support wage increases for eligible early childhood educators.

Little Zak's Academy was one of the first approved providers nationally to participate in this initiative, ensuring our team could access these additional benefits from the commencement of the program.

  • Rotating rosters to support work life balance
  • Competitive remuneration depending on your qualification and experience
  • Up to 50 percent staff childcare discount
  • Paid wellbeing day each year for permanent staff (after 12 months)
  • Health and wellness allowance reimbursing up to $50 per month (gym, pool, wellness memberships)
  • $1,000 employee referral bonus for each successful referral
  • Employee Assistance Program via Sonder , offering unlimited confidential counselling and wellbeing support
  • Paid staff meetings, including dinner provided
  • Paid off-floor induction with structured onboarding and training
  • Mentoring and buddy system for all new starters
  • Study support through Pay for Progression , including Certificate III, Diploma, and Early Childhood Teaching pathways (T&Cs apply)
  • Strong promote-from-within culture with long-term career opportunities

About the role

  • Lead and mentor educators to achieve excellence and maintain strong professional relationships with one another.
  • Lead and develop the team to deliver a high-quality cycle of planning, curriculum and outcomes for each child in your room.
  • Ensure that all documentation, of children's learning, is visible and accessible to families and contains high-quality information to meet regulatory requirements.
  • Create a friendly, secure and stimulating interactive learning environment.
  • Maintain positive working relationships with all team members.
  • Ensure a high level of health & safety standards are maintained at all times.

About you

  • An ACECQA-approved Teaching Degree in Early Childhood Education and Care (or actively working towards)
  • Unrestricted full-time working rights in Australia
  • Previous experience as a Room Leader is advantageous
  • Strong Knowledge and experience of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standards (NQS)
  • Outstanding level of verbal and written communication
  • Strong computer skills
  • A current Working with Children Check
  • A current approved First Aid/CPR/Asthma and Anaphylaxis/Child Protection training, or willingness to obtain
  • Little Zak's Child Safety Commitment

Little Zak’s Academy is a Child Safe Organisation.

We prioritise the safety, wellbeing, and rights of all children and maintain a strong culture of child safety across our services. As part of our commitment, we have a rigorous recruitment and screening process in place, including comprehensive reference checks, Police checks and child-safe employment checks.

By applying for a role with Little Zak’s Academy, you acknowledge and agree to undergo all required child safety checks as part of our employment process.

We are an equal opportunity workplace where diversity is embraced. We foster a culture that supports inclusion and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

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Early Childhood Teacher | Room Leader / Lead Educator in Sydney employer: Little Zaks

Little Zak's Academy is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and collaborative work culture, making it an ideal place for a Talent Acquisition Specialist. Located in Ryde, our team enjoys comprehensive employee growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the early childhood sector. Join us to be part of a passionate community dedicated to nurturing the next generation while advancing your career.

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Little Zaks Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Early Childhood Teacher | Room Leader / Lead Educator in Sydney

Communication Skills
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Flexibility
Teamwork
Problem-Solving Skills
Time Management
Classroom Management