At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in delivering engaging educational programs and ensuring child safety.
- Company: Thrive Early Learning Centres, dedicated to quality education and care.
- Benefits: Supportive environment, professional development, and a focus on child safety.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with opportunities for growth and mentorship.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while leading a passionate team.
- Qualifications: Diploma in Early Childhood Education and current Working with Children Check required.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
About the role
As a Room Leader you lead the day to day running of your room. You set the standard for educational practice, guide your team, build strong relationships with families, and make sure your room is safe, well organised and ready for anything, including Assessment and Rating.
What you will do
- Lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of educational programs guided by the Learning for Life Curriculum, the Early Years Learning Framework and children's interests.
- Monitor and support the quality of observations, documentation and planning across your room.
- Champion child safety, maintain strong knowledge of child protection and mandatory reporting obligations, and respond appropriately to any concern.
- Ensure room practice complies with the Education and Care Services National Law, the National Regulations, the National Quality Standard and Thrive policies.
- Support the Thrive Quality Framework and your centre's Quality Improvement Plan, and keep the room ready for Assessment and Rating.
- Coach and support educators, trainees and students, and help new team members settle in.
- Keep families informed and respond to feedback professionally.
- Make sure observations, documentation and compliance records are accurate and on time.
What you will bring
- Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, ACECQA approved.
- Current Working with Children Check for the state the role is based in.
- Current First Aid, CPR, asthma and anaphylaxis qualifications.
- Strong knowledge of the Early Years Learning Framework, the National Quality Framework and the regulations.
- Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor team members.
Nice to have
- Previous experience in a Room Leader or senior educator role.
- Experience using digital documentation platforms.
About Thrive
Thrive Early Learning Centres operate across New South Wales and Victoria. Our Learning for Life Curriculum and Thrive Quality Framework set the standard of education and care across our services, and our CARE values, Confidence, Attitude, Respect and Education, describe how we work with children, families and each other.
Child safety
Thrive is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. All applicants are subject to employment screening, including a valid Working with Children Check for the state in which the role is based, and reference checks.
Room Leader in Warragul employer: Thrive Early Learning Centres
Thrive Early Learning Centres is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth of its educators while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. With a strong commitment to child safety and a focus on quality educational practices, employees are empowered to lead and innovate within their roles. Located in vibrant communities across New South Wales and Victoria, Thrive offers unique opportunities for meaningful engagement with families and children, making it a rewarding place to build a career in early childhood education.
Contact Details:
Thrive Early Learning Centres Recruitment Team
