Room Leader Position

Charlestown, Tighes Hill, Maitland & Toronto Locations (Other locations with discussion)

Full Time & Part Time Options - ECT or Diploma

Kinda Kapers are family owned Early Learning Centres with locations across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter. We cater for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, and have been educating and caring for the children of the Hunter for over 30 years!

We are seeking a nurturing, caring, energetic, and motivated, qualified & experienced educators to join our team - Diplomas & ECTs. We would also happily discuss with Cert III educators that have almost completed their Diploma.

Candidates should be eager to embark on the next phase of their career, taking on the pivotal role of overseeing the supervision, care, and education within our rooms. We are seeking individuals who thrive in collaborative environments, demonstrating exemplary skills in nurturing young minds while fostering a supportive team dynamic. If you are passionate about shaping the future generation and are ready to lead with compassion and dedication, we invite you to join our team as a childcare room leader.

As a member of the Kinda Kapers family, we offer our employees:

• Above-award wages for experienced staff & those continuing professional development! (7-10% above award rates!; Plus Worker Retention Bonus of further +10% if approved!). An hourly rate that is equivalent to $70k+ pa for Diplomas. ECTs please contact us to discuss (Depending on experience)
• Opportunities for growth, development and career advancement at one of our seven centres around the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Maitland region
• An inclusive and welcoming team environment to work and study.
• Chance for career progression – embedded mentoring program at each service, where senior staff mentor junior staff through their studies, setting and achieving professional goals and navigating advancement and training in the industry.
• Unlimited opportunities to conduct online training through the ECA Hub
• Rotational rosters that allow for work-life balance, offering allocated days off
• Significantly subsidised childcare fees for employees working directly with children - $10 per day!

All Applicants are required to have:

• A passion to educate and care for children
• A willingness to learn and work within a team environment
• An approachable, friendly and positive attitude
• The ability to have fun and enjoy the company of children
• An approved Working with Children’s Check

Trained Applicants are required to have:

• An ACECQA approved a Diploma or ECT Degree.
• First Aid Certificate with Asthma and Anaphylaxis training.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to plan, program and engage with children in their learning experiences.

Room Leader Responsibilities Include:

• Overseeing the preparation of materials and equipment for educational and recreational activities.
• Planning, preparing, and conducting educational and recreational activities for children.
• Assisting children to manage their behavior and guiding their social development.
• Coordinating and overseeing the daily routines of children.
• Ensuring the hygiene and safety of children within the room.
• Communicating with other Educators and Families in the best interest of the children.

Must have:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Approachable, friendly, caring, and positive nature.
• Able to work as a team member.
• A genuine passion for educating and caring for children.
• A degree of flexibility as moving between centres may be required.
• Experience across all ages groups.

For Diploma candidates (and studying toward) remuneration includes a BONUS above award. ECTs (and studying toward) include a BONUS please contact us to discuss.

If you possess these qualities, and want to join our team, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply through SEEK with your resume and a covering letter.