Room Leader

Above award rates; $33.37 per hour50% childcare discount + free access to Y facilities across the stateFull Time opportunity at Craigieburn West Early Learning CentreOur Vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong. With over 5,000 staff and volunteers, we deliver services at more than 150 locations every day, including: Children's Programs, Action Sports, Camps, Recreation, Youth Services and The Virtual Y. YMCA Vic Early Learning Centres (ELC's) are safe, supportive spaces offering high quality early learning education and care for children aged six weeks to five years old. About the roleYou will experience specialist support from a diverse and caring team, as you drive community and family engagement, with children at the heart of your service philosophy. The role of Room Leader role will involve:Leading, managing, and motivating appointed room staff to achieve the objectives of the Centre and support staff in their developmentAssisting with the mentoring of permanent and casual employeesFollowing an approved curriculum, where you will be a role modelling for children in developing lifelong skills and instilling in them a passion for learningMaking lessons captivating and enjoyable for individuals and small groups of childrenDelivering consistent high-quality practice of the National Quality FrameworkEnsuring that records are maintained accurately for each child in careThis is a full time opportunity at Craigieburn West Early Learning Centre. The hourly rate is $33.37. We value you At the YMCA, we value our people. Working for us means you'll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits such as:Above award ratesYMCA Victoria uniform providedIndividualised personal development plansSupportive Centre Manager and Early Years Director (2IC and EL)Opportunities for career development and growth across Children's Programs and our wider organisation including Recreation, Camping, Youth Services and KingswimFree access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the stateFree access to the Virtual Y - online health and wellness ​ Qualifications requiredDiploma or equivalent qualifications in Early Childhood / Children's Services or equivalentFirst Aid and CPR certificationAnaphylaxis and Asthma certificationWorking with Children Card​ About the CentreYMCA Craigieburn West Early Learning Centre is a community based long day care centre that strives to provide the highest quality of care to each child enrolled. The service is co-located with the Before School and After School care program for Aitken Creek Primary School, which is also operated by the YMCA Victoria. Sustainable practices and respect for our environments are a high priority within our centre, being integrated into each daily program by having a natural environment both indoor and outdoor including various animals. At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police check, working with children check and reference checks). To learn more about our commitment to safeguarding children and young people visit victoria.ymca.org.au How to ApplyIf this is you, click the Apply button or email , noting we do not accept applications submitted via email.