We are seeking a passionate Room Leader with minimum 1 year experience to join our team at Diggers Rest Early Learning Centre. This is a fixed-term parental leave cover position until the end of April 2027, with potential for future ongoing opportunities as our centre is growing! In this role, you’ll lead one of our rooms for children under 3 years of age; guiding the day-to-day operations, supporting fellow educators, and building strong, positive relationships with children and their families. You’ll play a key role in creating a nurturing, engaging environment while delivering high-quality early childhood education and care. For a more detailed overview of the role and responsibilities, please refer to the position description (*copy link into browser*): [https://ymac.worldmanager.com/go/gmXLbR](https://ymac.worldmanager.com/go/gmXLbR) You’ll need availability to work a 4-week rotational roster, inclusive of early, middle, and late shifts. The role may also offer flexibility for a monthly RDO arrangement where operationally suitable. **Why Join Us?** We’re proud to be a participating employer in the **Education Care Workers Retention Payment Scheme**, supporting the recognition and retention of dedicated professionals in the childcare sector. Other benefits include: * **Staff Benefits:** * Generous staff childcare discounts.



* Up to 3 bonus leave days between Christmas and New Years * Access retail and entertainment discounts through our employee benefits program. * **Professional Growth:** * We value and support your ongoing career development and personal growth. * **Optimal Learning Environment:** * Benefit from small group sizes for effective teaching. * **Supportive Team:** * Work with a supportive management team, in an organisation that values our people and the community.
**What you’ll bring – qualifications and experience** * Minimum Diploma in Children’s Services (or equivalent as recognised by ACECQA). * Demonstrated experience working as a qualified Educator and Room Leader. * Working with Children Check and a National Police Check (International Police check if you have lived outside Australia in the last 5 years). * Current nationally recognised CPR, First Aid, Anaphylaxis and Asthma qualifications. * Sound understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standard (NQS). * A passion for inspiring young minds and a playful spirit. * Fresh ideas and an ability to share stories on how you embody the spirit of fun, creativity, and warmth. * Legal right to live and work in Australia.

📌 Room Leader - Diggers Rest ELC
🏢 Diggers Rest Early Learning Centre
📍 Diggers Rest