Berrimba Room Leader

Job description

Lead Learning. Nurture Culture. Grow Little Ones Strong.

Njernda Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a Diploma-qualified Room Leader for the Toddlers Room at Berrimba Childcare Centre. You'll lead the planning and delivery of a culturally safe educational program, supporting children's connection to culture, community and Country, while mentoring a team of educators in line with the National Quality Framework and the Early Years Learning Framework.

About the role

Reporting to the Early Years Manager, you'll lead a team of Diploma and Certificate III educators and student placements, working closely with the Assistant Coordinator and Educational Leader.

• Lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of an age-appropriate, culturally safe educational program for your room
• Take primary responsibility for room-based curriculum and programming decisions, ensuring children's individual learning and development needs are observed, documented and catered for
• Guide the team in documenting observations, evaluating children's development and creating inclusive learning environments
• Build and maintain trusting relationships with families and carers through regular communication
• Mentor and support assistant educators, provide performance feedback and assist with onboarding new staff
• Ensure day-to-day operations comply with the Victorian Children's Services Regulations 2020, National Law and National Quality Framework
• Lead health, safety and child safety practices in the room, including supervision, hygiene, medication procedures and emergency preparedness

Why join Njernda?

At Njernda Aboriginal Corporation you'll be part of a values-driven, community-controlled organisation, guided by our values of Respect, Accountability, Resilience, Advocacy and Cultural Sensitivity.



• $74,500 annual salary (Children's Services Award, Level 6) + Super
• Generous salary packaging benefits (not-for-profit)
• Victorian Ambulance Membership reimbursement (for you and your family)
• Supportive team environment and access to supervision
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Genuine work–life balance and the benefits of a regional lifestyle

Selection Criteria - these must be addressed

To be considered, your application must include a separate document responding to each of the numbered criteria below.

1. A Diploma in Children's Services, Early Childhood Education and Care, or equivalent
2. Current First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certification
3. A minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar position
4. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Aboriginal culture, and the ability to work respectfully with Aboriginal organisations and communities
5. Sound knowledge of early childhood development, the Early Years Learning Framework and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework
6. Demonstrated experience leading or working within a Children's Services/Early Childhood program
7. Experience mentoring or supervising Certificate III qualified educators, trainees or students on placement
8. Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and supervise a team of educators
9. Well-developed program planning, implementation and evaluation skills
10. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with children, families, colleagues and professionals
11. Sound understanding of the National Quality Framework, National Quality Standard and relevant Children's Services Regulations
12. Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgement and remain impartial
13. Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and work independently and as part of a team

Desirable: Experience working within an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation, and experience with family engagement strategies in a childcare or community services setting.



How to apply

Applying is simple — just click the Apply button and complete the online form.

Your application must include:

1. An up-to-date CV
2. A cover letter
3. A separate response addressing each numbered Selection Criterion above
4. Contact details for at least two professional referees

Before applying, please ensure you meet the following requirements:

• Current and valid Victorian Working with Children Check
• National Police Check
• Current and valid full Victorian Driver's Licence
• Eligibility to work in Australia
• Vaccination status and pre-employment screening in line with Njernda's policies and procedures

Please note, late applications and incomplete applications without key selection criteria responses, will not be considered.