Welcome to Ascolta Early Learning and Care, Coogee where our values Listen, Love, Laugh, and Learn are at the heart of everything we do!

At Ascolta, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a meaningful, child-led curriculum, collaborate with an engaged team, build solid relationships with families, and bring your creativity into daily programming.

Our educational approach blends Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and Inquiry-Based Learning, and we proudly promote a free-flow environment with child-led mealtimes and play.

About the Role:

Room Leader: Honey Bees (0 - 18 months)

Create a nurturing and engaging environment where our little ones feel confident, connected and supported as they grow and develop. We’re looking for an experienced Room Leader who is passionate about building strong relationships, responding to each child’s individual routines, developmental milestones and emerging interests, and creating meaningful experiences. This role requires flexibility with shifts and availability to act as Responsible Person when required, including opening and closing duties.

What We Offer

- Well-established centre with exceptional resources and steady occupancy growth
- Open to candidates available 4 days a week
- Negotiable hourly rates based on experience and qualifications
- A welcoming, inclusive team culture with strong morale
- Less than a 5-minute drive to local food outlets, primary schools, Coogee Beach
- Bus stop directly out the front of the service
- Calm and thoughtfully curated indoor/outdoor learning environments
- Weekly incursions and enriching activities for children
- Staff discounts for your own children
- Paid professional development and career growth opportunities
- On-site daily cleaner for a hygienic environment




- Comprehensive Wellness Program to support your mental and physical health

What We’re Looking For

- Working towards or hold a valid Diploma in Early Childhood Education (certificate III holders will not be considered)
- Previous experience leading a room in an early learning setting (essential)
- Willing and able to act as Responsible Person when required
- Flexible with shifts: availability across operating hours 6:30am - 6pm
- A valid WA Working with Children Check
- Full Australian working rights

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

- Dedicated staff spaces, including a fully stocked staff room and separate planning room for programming, study, and reflection
- Staff appreciation as a priority – from morning tea birthday celebrations to shout-outs and small gifts recognising achievements
- Team bonding events and celebrations to foster friendships and connection
- Celebrating calendar events together to bring fun and community into our workplace
- Proudly Perth-based and boutique in size – we know our team, and we care.

About Ascolta Early Learning An Italian word, “Ascolta” literally means “to listen. We intentionally chose this name to embody and capture the essence of what we are about. We believe that when children are empowered through listening, they feel safe, secure, confident, and heard.

How to Apply

If this role sounds like the perfect fit for you, we’d love to hear from you! Simply click the APPLY button now and upload your current resume. For a confidential discussion, please reach out to:

Recruitment and Onboarding Consultant

Email: [email protected]

Phone: [0408 214 388](tel:0408 214 388)

Please note: Ascolta Early Learning and Care does not currently offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the appropriate working rights in Australia to be considered for employment with Ascolta.

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