Make a meaningful impact leading a room in 40-place centre
Earn $38–$43/hr in a Worker Retention Payment approved service
Enjoy great perks including up to 50% childcare discount + monthly bonuses
Join a values-led, culturally diverse, family-owned centre that truly recognises and rewards your passion
We foster a supportive team culture where educators are appreciated and rewarded for their efforts.
From 'Employee of the Month' and team shout-outs for daily achievements to regular team building activities/events and up to 50% childcare discounts, we go the extra mile to ensure our staff feel valued and empowered.
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Make a meaningful impact leading a room in 40-place centre
Earn $38–$43/hr in a Worker Retention Payment approved service
Enjoy great perks including up to 50% childcare discount + monthly bonuses
Join a values-led, culturally diverse, family-owned centre that truly recognises and rewards your passion
About Smart Cookies
Smart Cookies Early Learning Centre is a family-owned provider known for its warm, values-driven approach and over 11 years of experience delivering high-quality early childhood education.
Located in Liverpool, NSW, our small and close-knit 40-place centre is split across three rooms, catering to age groups from 0 to 5 years.
We foster a supportive team culture where educators are appreciated and rewarded for their efforts.
From 'Employee of the Month' and team shout-outs for daily achievements to regular team building activities/events and up to 50% childcare discounts, we go the extra mile to ensure our staff feel valued and empowered.
Flexibility, autonomy and a genuine care for our community set us apart.
At Smart Cookies, you won't just work, you'll thrive.




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About the Opportunity
Smart Cookies is looking for a full-timeRoom Leader / Lead Educatorbased inLiverpool, NSW.
You will lead a nurturing team focused on high-quality education, documentation, and critical reflection to support children's development.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Lead, inspire and mentor your early childhood educators to deliver engaging, play-based learning programs
Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that supports every child's development
Build strong, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues
Oversee program planning, observations, documentation, and assessment in line with the EYLF and NQS
Maintain the highest standards of child safety, wellbeing, and compliance
Contribute to our Quality Improvement Plan and uphold our service philosophy
Act as the Responsible Person in the absence of the Nominated Supervisor
About You
To qualify, you will need aDiploma of Early Childhood Education and Careand prior experience as a Room Leader.
A minimum of2+ years in a leadership role within early childhood educationis essential.
You'll also hold:
Current Working With Children Check
First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certifications
Accredited Child Protection Training
The following will also be highly valued:




Experience managing small teams in tight-knit environments and proven leadership and mentoring skills
Maintains composure and professionalism in a busy early learning environment
Strong knowledge of the NQS and EYLF frameworks
Excellent communication and organisational skills
You're a confident and experienced leader who takes pride in creating high-quality learning environments and building strong, supportive teams.
You enjoy what you do, lead by example, and genuinely care about helping your educators grow.
This role suits someone who thrives in a close-knit setting where their impact is visible every day.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing and tight-knit environment where your efforts directly impact children's learning and development.
About the Advantages
You'll be rewarded with a competitive hourly rate of between $38 to $43ph in a service that is approved for the Worker Retention Payment.
Plus a range of great perks:
Up to 50% childcare discount on the gap fee for your children
Flexible rotating rosters to support a healthy work–life balance
Monthly performance bonuses of up to $200 through our Educator of the Month program
Opportunities to grow your career with a rapidly expanding organisation that invests in its people
Ongoing paid professional development and support from an experienced, family-led management team
A close-knit, supportive team culture where your contributions are valued
Quarterly team outings, plus complimentary food and drinks
If you're looking for a new leadership opportunity where you can make an immediate impact, we'd love to hear from you!
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📌 Room Leader / Lead Educator (New South Wales)
🏢 Smart Cookies Early Learning Centre
📍 New South Wales