Early Childhood Room Manager (Lesmurdie)

Pachamama Pty Ltd is an award-winning and exceeding-the-standard centre with close to 400 families and more than 400 enrolled children. We pride ourselves on being a workplace where every team member feels valued and supported, and we continuously focus on growing and improving our workplace culture. At Pachamama Pty Ltd, our approach is inspired by nature, and we integrate animals into our curriculum, teaching children about caring for all living things. We incorporate daily life practices as a teachable moment and use the setting as the “Third Teacher”. Pachamama Pty Ltd provides care for children aged 0-12 years old in our Early Childhood Education and care centre and Activity Centre for Outside School Hours Care. The Role: An exciting opportunity for an EARLY CHILDHOOD ROOM MANAGER has arrived to work with Pachamama Pty Ltd on a full-time 38-hour basis with a salary of $76,515 per year, plus superannuation. Duties and Responsibilities: -Lead, guide and support a team of educators to deliver high quality early childhood education and care. -Develop and implement engaging educational programs in line with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standard (NQS). -Build positive relationships with children, families, educators and the wider community. -Mentor and support educators through ongoing feedback, coaching and performance development. -Ensure compliance with the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations, service policies and procedures. -Maintain accurate documentation, including children’s records, program planning and reflections. -Promote a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment for all children. -Oversee workplace health and safety practices, risk assessments and room checks. -Ensure children’s medical, allergy and enrolment information is current and managed in accordance with regulatory requirements. -Uphold Pachamama’s philosophy, Code of Conduct and Code of Ethics. -Support the Centre Manager and Management Team with the day-to-day operations of the service. -Act as Responsible Person in Day-to-Day Charge when required. -Contribute to continuous improvement across all areas of the service. -Undertake other duties as directed by the Centre Manager. Skills and experience required: -Diploma-level Early Childhood Education Qualification – CHC52021 or equivalent. -Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) / Police Clearance – essential for compliance. -Experience in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate programs for children aged 0–5 years. -Knowledge and sound understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and NQF standards to guide curriculum delivery. -Strong communication skills – ability to engage with children, families, and colleagues effectively. -Behaviour guidance and conflict resolution – supporting children’s social and emotional development. -Ability to observe, document, critically think and assess children’s learning and development accurately. -Teamwork and leadership experience – mentoring or supporting less experienced educators. -First Aid, CPR, and Anaphylaxis training – up-to-date and compliant with regulations. -Commitment to ongoing professional development and best practice in early childhood education. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3pts3n