Little Zak's Academy is privately owned and family run. Our aim is to provide early childhood care and education in a safe, welcoming, adopting and nurturing environment. Our staff are dedicated professionals who value the importance of maintaining an optimum level of care and education for all children. We select our staff based on knowledge and values, vision for children and learning, and commitment to families. We are seeking an experienced Room Leader to join our established team in the 1.5-2 room at our Bomaderry service. You will provide leadership in delivering high quality, inclusive learning programmes, while working closely alongside the Centre Director to strive for an exceeding centre. Why Join Us?
Worker Retention Payment program: Eligible team members receive an extra 10% on top of award rates from December2024, with an additional 5% starting December2025. This funding is fully supported by the government until November2026. Rotating rosters to support a great work/life balance. Competitive remuneration and up to $1,500 annual bonus (depending on your qualification). Up to 50% staff childcare discounts for your own children. A paid day off on your birthday plus a well‑being day on top of your annual leave. $1,000 staff referral bonus for every successful referral. Continuous career development opportunities including our Future Leaders Program. Employee Assistance Program via Sonder, providing unlimited confidential counselling and support sessions. Study allowances to upskill qualifications (including Early Childhood Teaching degrees, T&Cs apply). Travel allowances (T&Cs apply). About the Role
Lead and mentor educators to achieve excellence and maintain solid professional relationships with one another. Lead and develop the team to deliver a high‑quality cycle of planning, curriculum and outcomes for each child in your room. Ensure that all documentation of children's learning is visible and accessible to families and contains high‑quality information to meet regulatory requirements. Create a friendly, secure and stimulating interactive learning environment. Maintain positive working relationships with all team members. Ensure a high level of health & safety standards are maintained at all times. About You
A Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and Care (or an ACECQA‑approved equivalent). Unrestricted full‑time working rights in Australia. Previous experience as a Room Leader is advantageous. Strong knowledge and experience of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standards (NQS). Outstanding level of verbal and written communication. Strong computer skills. A current Working with Children Check. A current approved First Aid/CPR/Asthma and Anaphylaxis/Child Protection training, or willingness to obtain. Child Safety Commitment
Little Zak’s Academy is a Child Safe Organisation. We prioritise the safety, wellbeing, and rights of all children and maintain a strong culture of child safety across our services. Our commitment includes a rigorous recruitment and screening process, including comprehensive reference checks, Police checks and child‑safe employment checks. Equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in all aspects of
inclusive hiring and recruitment. Claimed under the Australian anti‑discrimination legislation.
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