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Our Vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong. With over 5,000staff and volunteers, we deliver services at more than 150 locations every day, including: Children''s Programs, Action Sports, Camps, Recreation, Youth Services and The Virtual Y.YMCA Vic Early Learning Centres (ELC''s) are safe, supportive spaces offering high quality early learning education and care for children aged six weeks to five years old.About the roleYou will experience specialist support from a diverse and caring team, as you drive community and family engagement, with children at the heart of your service philosophy.The role of Room Leader role will involve:Leading, managing, and motivating appointed room staff to achieve the objectives of the Centre and support staff in their developmentAssisting with the mentoring of permanent and casual employeesFollowing an approved curriculum, where you will be a role modelling for children in developing lifelong skills and instilling in them a passion for learningMaking lessons captivating and enjoyable for individuals and small groups of childrenDelivering consistent high-quality practice of the National Quality FrameworkEnsuring that records are maintained accurately for each child in careThis is a full time opportunity at Lightning Reef ELC.The hourly rate is $34.29.We value youAt the YMCA, we value our people. Working for us means youll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits such as:Above award rates50% childcare discountYMCA Victoria uniform providedIndividualised personal development plansSupportive Centre Manager and Early Years Director (2IC and EL)Opportunities for career development and growth across Childrens Programs and our wider organisation including Recreation, Camping, Youth Services and KingswimFree access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the stateFree access to the Virtual Y online health and wellness Qualifications requiredDiploma or equivalent qualifications in Early Childhood / Childrens Services or equivalentFirst Aid and CPR certificationAnaphylaxis and Asthma certificationWorking with Children CardAbout the CentreLightning Reef ELC is a single storey 115-place centre, co-located with a primary school and maternal health rooms. Aligned with Ys philosophy, our service prides itself on fostering and enhancing childrens learning through play, while also providing our community with high quality care and education.If you are looking to make an impact in your career in early childhood education and want to embrace the diverse needs of the Lightning Reef community, and really make a difference for children and families - this job is for you!The Centre is undergoing exciting change and will be introducingnew models with a greater educator to child ratio to help meet the diverse needs of our community and best support the successful applicants.With significant School Readiness Funding, we support our educators in providing exceptional education and care.Lightning Reef Centre is open from 6.30 a.m. to 6.00 p.m.At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police check, working with children check and reference checks). To learn more about our commitment to safeguarding children and young people visit victoria.ymca.org.auHow to ApplyIf this is you, click the Apply button or email careers.vic@ymca.org.au, noting we do not accept applications submitted via email.Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.Y Victoria are proud to be a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.#J-18808-Ljbffr