Childcare Educator

10 hours ago

Box Hill North, Australia Rocket Early Learning Centre Full time

**Childcare Educator - Room Leader (0-12 Months)**

**Rocket Early Learning Centre - Box Hill North, VIC**

**Salary**: $74,000 - $80,000 per annum (Full-Time)

**About Us**

Rocket Early Learning Centre is a vibrant and inclusive childcare service dedicated to nurturing children’s curiosity, confidence, and love of learning. Our programs are thoughtfully designed to support children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development in a safe, engaging, and multicultural environment.

**About the Role**

We are seeking a passionate and experienced **Childcare Educator (Room Leader)** to lead our **0-12 months age group room**. This is an excellent opportunity for an educator with strong leadership skills and a commitment to high-quality early childhood education to join our dedicated team and play a key role in shaping the earliest stage of children’s development.

**Key Responsibilities**

**General Child Care Duties**:

- Preparing and implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences for infants aged 0-12 months.
- Assisting with the preparation of materials and equipment for sensory, cognitive, and social activities.
- Supporting infants’ social and emotional development and responding sensitively to their individual needs.
- Supervising infants’ daily routines, including feeding, sleep, hygiene, and interactive playtime.
- Creating nurturing interactions through reading, singing, music, and age-appropriate play.
- Ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for all infants during indoor and outdoor activities.

**Additional Room Leader Responsibilities**:

- Leading and mentoring a team of educators to deliver exceptional care and education for infants.
- Designing and implementing tailored programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
- Observing, documenting, and reporting on each child’s development, progress, and individual needs.
- Building strong, respectful partnerships with families and maintaining regular communication regarding their child’s growth and wellbeing.
- Ensuring compliance with National Quality Standards (NQS), regulatory requirements, and centre policies.
- Organising room schedules, routines, and educator rosters to ensure a nurturing, consistent, and engaging environment.

**Qualifications and Requirements**:

- A **Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care** (or higher) is required.
- Demonstrated experience working with infants aged 0-12 months, ideally in a leadership or room leader capacity.
- Strong understanding of the EYLF, NQS, and child safety standards.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a professional team.
- **Fluency in both English and Mandarin** is highly desirable to support our diverse community.

**Why Join Us?**
- Competitive salary of **$74,000 - $80,000** per annum.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career advancement.
- Supportive and collaborative team culture.
- A rewarding leadership role shaping the earliest learning experiences of young children.

**How to Apply**

If you are passionate about early childhood education and ready to step into a leadership role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for this position.

Pay: $74,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Childcare assistance

**Education**:

- Diploma (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Early childhood education: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

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