Room Leader

ECMS’ philosophy is simple; We foster lifelong learning. As a result, we have been operating for over 22 years and are one of Victoria’s largest Early Years Managers - through 61 kindergartens and Early Learning Centres, ECMS impacts the lives of 6,000 Victorian children each week. We are dedicated to consistently good learning outcomes, and being the place where the best early years people choose to be.

Oakhill Kindergarten is a place for the entire family to come along the journey of learning with the children at our multi-age integrated Kindergarten. Also included in the abundant offerings of this service, Oakhill Kindergarten boasts indoor and outdoor play areas, early learning & care facilities and an onsite maternal child health nurse.

**What will you do?**
- Be responsible for developing a high-quality educational program for children aged 0-6 in consultation with the parents and educators, driven by their interests, in order to meet their individual developmental needs
- Build and maintain trusting relationships with children, families and the local community and partner with them, encouraging their involvement in the program through effective communication
- Be a motivated and driven Educator, who will lead and guide a team of educators in implementing quality play-based learning experiences for children, documenting and extending on children's learning
- Contribute to a child safe environment ensuring standards are met on a daily basis

**Essential criteria for a **Diploma Room Leader/Activity Group Leader**:

- A Diploma in Early Childhood or equivalent ACECQA approved qualification
- Experience working in a long day care centre
- Have a sound knowledge of and experience with implementing the Early Years Learning Framework, National Quality Standards and Child Safety Standard
- Current Working with Children's Check and National Police Check
- Current Level 2 First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis & Asthma Certificate

**What’s in it for you?**
- Genuine career development opportunities with dedicated professional development days, conferences, internal training resources, and so much more
- Funded First Aid (004) and CRP (001) training for staff
- Work/Life balance
- Located in Reservoir, this facility is a fully integrated child & family centre.

**We are a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. Child safety is a fundamental aspect of all roles at ECMS. We promote the rights of all children to participate, have a purpose and be protected from harm. Our purpose is to make every day count by providing high quality play-based learning in a safe and inclusive environment - ensuring that children and families in our community thrive in life.**

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and from people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.