Our Vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong. With over 5,000staff and volunteers, we deliver services at more than 150 locations every day, including: Children's Programs, Action Sports, Camps, Recreation, Youth Services and The Virtual Y.
YMCA Vic Early Learning Centres (ELC's) are safe, supportive spaces offering high quality early learning education and care for children aged six weeks to five years old.
About the role
You will experience specialist support from a diverse and caring team, as you drive community and family engagement, with children at the heart of your service philosophy.
The role of Room Leader role will involve:
Leading, managing, and motivating appointed room staff to achieve the objectives of the Centre and support staff in their development
Assisting with the mentoring of permanent and casual employees
Following an approved curriculum, where you will be a role modelling for children in developing lifelong skills and instilling in them a passion for learning
Making lessons captivating and enjoyable for individuals and small groups of children
Delivering consistent high-quality practice of the National Quality Framework
Ensuring that records are maintained accurately for each child in care
We value you
At the YMCA, we value our people. Working for us means you'll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits such as:
Enjoy great staff perks, including savings on health insurance, discounted cinema tickets & access to workplace banking benefits!
Individualised personal development plans
Supportive Centre Manager and Early Years Director (2IC and EL)




Opportunities for career development and growth across Children's Programs and our wider organisation including Recreation, Camping, Youth Services and Kingswim
Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state
Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness
Qualifications required
Diploma or equivalent qualifications in Early Childhood / Children's Services or equivalent
First Aid and CPR certification
Anaphylaxis and Asthma certification
Working with Children Card
About the Centre
Our vibrant Early Learning Centre incorporates contemporary and progressive teaching practices which embeds the Early Years Learning Framework. Working in alignment with YMCA Victoria's philosophy, our ELC setting prides itself in teaching a calm and structured learning environment where children are exposed to high quality education.
We offer children a purpose-built early learning centre to instil a love of learning, nurture curiosity and help children reach their full potential, providing everything needed to play, learn and thrive throughout the day.
Commitment to Child and Young People Safety
YMCA Victoria (the Y) has robust policies and practices to prevent harm to children and young people. The Y is committed to identifying and removing potential risks and hazards. All positions are subject to a satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical declaration prior to commencement.
Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Y Victoria are proud to be a **** Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.

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📌 Room Leader (Melbourne)
🏢 The Y Australia
📍 Melbourne