Baby Room Leader

Join Our Community-Focused Early Learning Service

Are you a passionate early childhood educator who thrives on leading teams, shaping high-quality preschool programs, and creating meaningful learning experiences for children?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Baby Room Leader to guide our baby room and support a dedicated team of educators within our warm, community-based centre. This role is ideal for someone who values collaboration, reflective practice, and high-quality early childhood education.

About the Role

As the Baby Room Leader, you will lead the development and delivery of a high-quality, play-based preschool program with a strong school readiness focus. You will mentor educators, support curriculum planning, and ensure the learning environment is engaging, inclusive, and aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).

Your leadership will help create a supportive team culture, promote continuous improvement, and ensure exceptional learning outcomes for children in their final years before school.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and support educators in the preschool room to deliver high-quality teaching and learning aligned with the EYLF.

- Design and implement a rich, play-based curriculum that promotes children’s learning, development, and school readiness.

- Support the planning cycle through observations, documentation, assessments, and reflective practices.

- Build strong relationships with children and families, ensuring open and respectful communication.

- Foster a positive, collaborative,



and inclusive team environment.

- Ensure programs reflect cultural diversity, inclusiveness, and the individual needs of all children, including those with additional needs.

- Maintain compliance with the National Quality Framework, early childhood legislation, and service policies.

Your Benefits

- Above-award pay, recognising your leadership and experience.

- Opportunities for career development and ongoing professional training.

- A supportive and balanced working environment.

- A well-resourced service that values your contribution.

- Join a warm, close-knit team with an excellent community reputation.

Skills & Experience

- Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or Master of Teaching (Birth–5 Years)
OR Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (ACECQA-approved)

- Current Working With Children Check

- Child Protection Training

- First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis certificate

- Food Handling Certificate (preferred)

- Strong understanding of the EYLF, NQF, and NQS

- Proven ability to build positive, collaborative relationships with children, families, and colleagues

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Warm, nurturing, and skilled approach to children’s learning and wellbeing

Join Our Team

If you’re passionate about leading a high-quality preschool program and making a meaningful impact on children’s learning and development, we’d love to hear from you.

Click “Apply for this Job” to submit your CV and Cover Letter and take the next step in your early childhood career.

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