Introduction:
About the role

The Room Leader provides a high standard of Education and Care through the development and implementation of contemporary Early Childhood Education or Middle Childhood Education Programs that reflects the Principles and Practices of the Early Years Learning Framework or My Time Our Place Framework.

The Room Leader is required to oversee health and safety, quality programming and documentation in line with QA1 and oversight of day to day operations such as (but not limited) medical management, provision of food and water requirements, supervision of children etc.

The incumbent in this role is required to manage performance of Educators and ensure that Educators are provided with professional guidance, supervision and performance development planning to ensure they are aware of and working in accordance with their Position Description.

The position will be located in the Ginninderra Early Learning Centre and will be working upto 75 hours per fortnight (Monday - Friday).

Ideal candidates:

• ACECQA approved qualification (Diploma or Bachelor degree), First Aid training in Education and care Services, Anaphylaxis management training, emergency asthma management training and food safety supervisor certificate.
• Prior experience in a similar role would advantageous.
• Possess the personal attributes of optimism, resilience and flexibility.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law, Regulations, Framework and Standards.

CRCS is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all young children and young people. As part of our commitment to child safeguarding, we require all employees to undergo relevant screening processes, including Working with Children Check (WWCC) and/or Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) checks and National Police Checks.

We are a supportive and inclusive workplace with excellent conditions, including:

• An industry leading salary package up to $15,900, if utilised will increase your take home pay.
• Administrative support – all enrolment paperwork, fees etc done by our administration team.
• Paid professional development - we offer a range of opportunities to grow your skills and your career
• Discount on education and care program Services
• 15 days personal leave (pro rata) and 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• The opportunity to work within a progressive and forward-thinking organisation with a friendly and supportive management team

Diversity

We encourage applications from all backgrounds. These include, but are not limited to:

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• LGBTQIA+
• Those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
• Carers
• Mature age people
• People with lived experience of disability

The Organisation

Capital Region Community Services (CRCS) provides a wide range of high quality, integrated and inclusive programs and services to individuals, families, children and young people in the Belconnen and wider Capital Region. CRCS works with community members, local organisations and businesses to develop responsive programs, services and activities that support self-determination and reduce social isolation. Strong relationships with government and other community services enhance CRCS’s capacity to achieve our vision of an inclusive, connected community.

To apply

Please click the apply button and submit your resume and a short paragraph telling us why you are suited to this role. We would love to hear from you! If you'd like to discuss the role or get a copy of the PD please do not hesitate to contact Ingrid Brito, Nominated Supervisor via Ingrid.Brito@crcs.com.au email.

Description:
Room Leader