Berrimba Room Leader (Diploma) - Immediate Start
Echuca, VIC | Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Lead Learning. Nurture Culture. Grow Little Ones Strong.
Njernda Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a Diploma-qualified Room Leader for the Toddlers Room at Berrimba Childcare Centre. You'll lead the planning and delivery of a culturally safe educational program, supporting children's connection to culture, community and Country, while mentoring a team of educators in line with the National Quality Framework and the Early Years Learning Framework.
THE ROLE
Reporting to the Early Years Manager, you'll lead a team of Diploma and Certificate III educators and student placements, working closely with the Assistant Coordinator and Educational Leader.
Lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of an age-appropriate, culturally safe educational program for your room
Take primary responsibility for room-based curriculum and programming decisions, ensuring children's individual learning and development needs are observed, documented and catered for
Guide the team in documenting observations, evaluating children's development and creating inclusive learning environments
Build and maintain trusting relationships with families and carers through regular communication
Mentor and support assistant educators, provide performance feedback and assist with onboarding new staff
Ensure day-to-day operations comply with the Victorian Children's Services Regulations ****, National Law and National Quality Framework
Lead health, safety and child safety practices in the room, including supervision, hygiene, medication procedures and emergency preparedness
WHY JOIN NJERNDA?
At Njernda Aboriginal Corporation you'll be part of a values-driven, community-controlled organisation, guided by our values of Respect, Accountability, Resilience, Advocacy and Cultural Sensitivity.
$74,500 annual salary (Children's Services Award, Level 6) + Super
Generous salary packaging benefits (not-for-profit)
Victorian Ambulance Membership reimbursement (for you and your family)




Supportive team environment and access to supervision
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Genuine work–life balance and the advantages of a regional lifestyle
SELECTION CRITERIA — YOU MUST ADDRESS THESE
To be considered, your application must include a separate document responding to each of the numbered criteria below.
A Diploma in Children's Services, Early Childhood Education and Care, or equivalent
Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certification
A minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar position
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Aboriginal culture, and the ability to work respectfully with Aboriginal organisations and communities
Sound knowledge of early childhood development, the Early Years Learning Framework and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework
Demonstrated experience leading or working within a Children's Services/Early Childhood program
Experience mentoring or supervising Certificate III qualified educators, trainees or students on placement
Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and supervise a team of educators
Well-developed program planning, implementation and evaluation skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with children, families, colleagues and professionals
Sound understanding of the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standard and relevant Children's Services Regulations
Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgement and remain impartial
Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and work independently and as part of a team
Desirable: Experience working within an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation, and experience with family engagement strategies in a childcare or community services setting.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Current and valid Victorian Working with Children Check
National Police Check
Current and valid full Victorian Driver's Licence
Eligibility to work in Australia
Vaccination status and pre-employment screening in line with Njernda's policies and procedures
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📌 Berrimba Childcare Room Leader (Diploma) (Echuca)
🏢 Njernda Aboriginal
📍 Echuca