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Childcare room leader - great salary + wrp + supportive crew (maryborough)

Maryborough
Early Years Talent
Posted: 1 October
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Room Leader - Maryborough, QLD

Step into a leadership role at a supportive early learning service located in the Maryborough area. This centre is licensed for approximately 85 children (0-5 years) and is rated Meeting National Quality Standard. Families value the warm and caring team, strong communication, and engaging outdoor play environments.

Why this role stands out

- Salary $34-$42 per hour (above-award, based on experience), plus Workers Retention Payment (WRP)
- Explicit pathways into Educational Leader and Assistant Centre Manager roles
- Join one of Australia's third-largest ECEC organisations with an infinite number of career pathways to progress towards in the future.
- Professional support: mentoring, leadership training, and paid professional development
- Stable, family-friendly rosters with flexibility where possible
- Wellbeing benefits: gym partnerships, discounts with 100+ retailers, wellness days, and access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Family support: 50% childcare discount for your children, with no waiting period
- Modern learning resources and natural outdoor play spaces

About the role

As a Room Leader, you will design and implement engaging, play-based programs that reflect children's interests while embedding the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standard (NQS) into everyday practice.

You will mentor and coach educators in your room, building reflective practices and professional growth, and play an active role in the services' Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) and curriculum decisions.

This role also involves building strong relationships with families and the local community to create inclusive and meaningful learning experiences.

What you bring

- Diploma of Early Childhood Education (or ACECQA-approved equivalent)
- Minimum 12 months of experience leading a room or team in an Australian early learning context
- Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma & Anaphylaxis training
- Valid Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
- Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQS, and the planning cycle
- Confidence in mentoring colleagues and engaging families
- Ability to work full-time hours on a rotating roster

Why partner with Early Years Talent

We do more than advertise jobs; we champion educators. Apply through us and gain:

- Exclusive roles with trusted, high-quality services
- Career coaching & interview preparation so you feel confident
- Insider insights on centre culture, leadership, and growth pathways
- Confidential advocacy, we only move forward with your consent
- Ongoing support through your job offer and beyond

At Early Years Talent, our mission is simple. Connect passionate educators with services where they can thrive.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $34.00 – $44.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Childcare assistance
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring program
- Maternity leave
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Salary packaging

Application Question(s):

- What is your expected hourly salary?

Education:

- Diploma (Preferred)

Experience:

- room leader: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Childcare Room Leader - Great salary + WRP + Supportive crew
🏢 Early Years Talent
📍 Maryborough

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