BRADY BUNCH ELC - Ballarat
Room Leader | Above Award Pay + WRP | Weekly Pay | Paid Birthday Leave | Family Owned
At Brady Bunch Early Learning Centres, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, respected, included and inspired to learn.
We also believe exceptional educators and Room Leaders deserve a workplace where they feel valued, supported and empowered to lead.
As a privately owned organisation, we are proud to make decisions locally, invest in our people and create a culture built on respect, accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement.
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Room Leader to join our team at Sebastopol & Hertford Park.
This is an opportunity for an educator who is ready to take ownership of their room, lead a team, inspire quality practice and create an environment where children, families and educators feel a genuine sense of belonging.
If you are a confident educator who leads by example, enjoys mentoring others and is passionate about delivering high-quality early childhood education, we would love to hear from you.
WHY ROOM LEADERS CHOOSE BRADY BUNCH
• Above Award Rates + Work Retention Payment (WRP)
• Weekly Pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Birthday Leave and additional leave opportunities
• Childcare discounts
• Free weekly coffee van and monthly wellbeing initiatives
• Uniforms provided
• Supportive and approachable leadership team
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression
• A workplace where your ideas, leadership and contribution are genuinely valued
THE ROOM LEADER ROLE
As a Room Leader, you will play an important role in creating a high-quality learning environment while supporting and leading the educators within your room.
You will be responsible for ensuring your room operates with strong educational practice, effective teamwork and a consistent focus on children's safety, wellbeing, learning and development.
In this role, you will:
• Lead and support your room team to deliver high-quality educational programs and experiences.
• Build robust, respectful relationships with children, families and educators.
• Take responsibility for the planning, implementation and evaluation of the educational program.
• Ensure children's learning and development is documented meaningfully and reflects the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
• Lead your team in creating engaging, inclusive and intentional learning environments.
• Mentor and support educators to strengthen their practice and confidence.




• Promote a positive and collaborative team culture within your room.
• Ensure the room operates in line with the National Quality Standard (NQS), Education and Care Services National Regulations and centre policies and procedures.
• Support educators to reflect on their practice and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Build strong partnerships with families and communicate openly about children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• Ensure children's individual needs, interests, strengths and abilities are recognised and incorporated into the program.
• Support inclusion and work collaboratively with families, specialists and the broader leadership team where required.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, supervision and child protection.
• Take ownership and accountability for the overall quality and presentation of your room.
OUR CULTURE – MORE THAN A WORKPLACE
At Brady Bunch, we believe the best outcomes for children come from educators and leaders who feel supported, respected and connected.
Our culture is built on:
Children First
Children's safety, wellbeing and sense of belonging are at the centre of every decision we make.
We believe every child deserves to feel safe, valued and supported.
Genuine Care & Commitment
We are looking for Room Leaders who bring passion, curiosity and commitment every day.
Leadership is more than completing tasks – it is about inspiring your team, creating meaningful experiences and making a genuine difference in children's lives.
Respect & Fairness
We believe every team member deserves to be treated with respect.
We value open communication, professionalism and fairness and expect our leaders to model these values every day.
Accountability & High Standards
As a Room Leader, you will play an important role in maintaining high standards of practice.
We take pride in our work, welcome feedback and continuously look for ways to improve.
Growth & Lifelong Learning
We support our leaders to continue developing their skills, build their confidence and grow their careers within early childhood education.
Positive Team Culture




We believe work should be a place where people enjoy coming each day.
Our Room Leaders help create an environment where educators feel supported, children thrive and everyone feels part of the team.
WE'RE LOOKING FOR A ROOM LEADER WHO:
• Is passionate about early childhood education and making a genuine difference in children's lives.
• Has experience leading a room or is ready to take the next step into a Room Leader position.
• Is confident in leading, mentoring and supporting a team of educators.
• Has strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQS and Education and Care Services National Regulations.
• Can develop and implement a meaningful, child-centred educational program.
• Builds strong and respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Is confident communicating with families and addressing matters professionally.
• Leads by example and demonstrates professionalism, reliability and accountability.
• Is committed to reflective practice and continuous improvement.
• Creates safe, nurturing, inclusive and engaging learning environments.
• Is organised, proactive and able to take ownership of their responsibilities.
• Wants to grow professionally and contribute to the broader centre culture.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
• Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent ACECQA-approved qualification.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications.
• Child Protection and National Child Safety Training.
• Current National Police Check or willingness to obtain.
• Previous experience in an early childhood setting.
• Demonstrated understanding of the EYLF, NQS and relevant legislation and regulations.
READY TO LEAD WITH US?
If you're ready to take the next step in your early childhood career and want to lead a room where children, families and educators genuinely matter, we'd love to hear from you.
Join a privately owned organisation where you will be supported by an approachable leadership team, encouraged to bring your ideas and given opportunities to continue developing your career.
Please apply through SEEK with your resume.
We encourage you to include a cover letter outlining your leadership experience, your approach to leading a team and why you would like to join Brady Bunch Early Learning Centres.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
BRADY BUNCH EARLY LEARNING CENTRES
Learners Today.
Leaders Tomorrow.

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