Room Leader - Insight Early Learning

Insight Early Learning Burwood Brickworks has an exciting full-time opportunity for a passionate and motivated Diploma qualified Room Leader. Join us to help lead our team and nurture our children, providing them with the very best care for them to thrive and develop.

About Insight Early Learning Burwood Brickworks

Insight Early Learning Burwood is part of the most sustainable shopping centre in the world, the first to be certified by the Living Building Challenge. Our curriculum incorporates the sustainability initiatives of the Living Building Challenge integrated into our educational programs - from water recycling to solar energy - to our play-based learning.

SUSTAINABILITY and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) education will be a hallmark of the Centre's curriculum. We will take advantage of the sustainable features of this landmark building to stimulate our children's love of nature, while supporting their curiosity about STEM.  Our program will links to our community – the innovative rooftop farm located directly adjacent to our classrooms, where children can learn about sustainable agriculture and eat what they grow.  

Insight Early Learning Burwood Brickworks has a commitment to a child safe and child friendly environment where children feel safe and while having fun.

The Role

In this role, you must show a connection with and willingness to advocate for children and Insight Early Learning's philosophy WISDOM, INNOVATION, SUSTAINABILITY and EQUITY. You will be a great team player, show initiative and confidence, and be ready to PLAY as we operate on a play-based curriculum.

You will be responsible for implementing an approved learning framework and supporting the overall wellbeing, growth, and education of young children. This involves creating a safe, inclusive environment that supports diversity and encourages children to develop self-confidence and self-esteem.

A regular day in this role will involve: 

• Being responsible for management of the day-to-day operation of the assigned room.
• In collaboration with the Education Leader, assisting with the development, implementation and reflection of the educational program to provide a high-quality program for all children and families. 
• Supporting children's learning through interaction, investigation and projects.
• Monitor children’s health, nutrition and hygiene while providing emotional support and guidance.
• Closely working with the team to observe and document children's developmental progress against learning outcomes and establishing further learning goals.
• Building and maintaining positive and strong relations with the team to create a safe, supportive, stimulating and educational environment for all children and families.
• Ensuring a safe environment is maintained for staff and children.
• Ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to all times.
• Working in line with Insight's philosophy, policies and procedures.
• Any ad hoc duties as required.

What you will bring:

• A Diploma in Early Childhood Education (must have)
• Current and valid Working with Children Check
• Minimum 1 year experience working in a Room Leader position
• Previous experience using Xplor (or similar) would be advantageous but not essential
• Understanding and working knowledge of the National Quality Framework
• Warm, Empathetic and bubbly personality
• Willingness to work as a team

What's on offer:

• Flexible work opportunities
• Staff discount - conditions apply
• Career development opportunities
• EAP program
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Anniversary day off
• Uniforms 
• Weekly planning hours 
• A supportive workplace and above award wages. 

How to apply:

If you identify with our philosophy and this role, click apply now and we will get in touch with you. 

(Note: due to a high volume of applications being received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted)