Room Leader - Balnarring Early Learning Centre

Join the Mayfield Early Education family at Balnarring Early Learning Centre, where your leadership, passion, and care can make a lasting impact.  

As a Room Leader here, you’ll guide a team dedicated to creating a warm, home-like environment where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn. Known for our nurturing community and supportive team culture, our centre is a place where meaningful relationships blossom every day.

Why us?

At Mayfield Early Education, we look after the people who care for our little legends. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Generous enrolment discounts for your children in any Mayfield Centre.
• Career development opportunities including a monthly leadership series and pathways to grow your career.
• Professional development, including overseas study tour opportunities!
• Nationally Recognised Traineeships - we partner with KKTC (backed by TAFE) to offer Cert III, Diploma, Bachelor and Management-level qualifications in ECEC.
• Above award rates for the right candidates in the right roles – we pay what you're worth.
• Relocation allowance of up to $5k available where applicable, to help make the move easier for you (and your family).
• Sign-on bonuses – because we’re excited to have you on board
• Staff referral bonuses – because great people know great people!
• Reward & recognition programs applicable to all employees because we see you; we value you, and we want you to know it.
• And because your wellbeing matters too, we’ve partnered with Sonder to give you and your family access to 24/7 confidential medical, safety & wellbeing support.
  

Why This Centre

Balnarring Early Learning Centre is more than a childcare centre—it’s a welcoming and enriching space where children and educators alike can flourish.  We embrace cultural diversity through inclusive celebrations, activities, and programs that reflect the heritage of all children in our care.

Our approach is guided by four foundational pillars:

• Connected by Community: We actively engage with our local community to build strong, supportive relationships.
• In Safe Hands: We prioritise safety and wellbeing in every aspect of our practice.
• Quality Education You Can Count On: We deliver an exceptional learning program tailored to each child’s unique needs.
• Home Away from Home: Our inviting spaces create a sense of belonging and comfort for every child.
  

Why You

You are a passionate, empathetic, and skilled early childhood professional eager to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives. Your natural leadership abilities and collaborative spirit inspire your team and create a positive, nurturing environment. You’re committed to fostering each child’s development while building strong connections with families and the wider community.

What Do You Need to Be Successful?

• Working towards or holding a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (or ACECQA-approved equivalent).
• A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Training in Child Protection, Red Nose, and Food Safety (or willingness to obtain).
• Knowledge of Child Safe Standards, NQF, and EYLF.
• A genuine passion for early childhood education, with excellent communication skills and a commitment to fostering positive relationships.
  

Be Part of Something Special

We invite you to join the Mayfield Early Education family at Balnarring Early Learning Centre, where community, compassion, and collaboration shine. If you’re ready to lead, inspire, and grow in a supportive environment that celebrates the joy of learning and the power of belonging, apply today and experience how rewarding a career in early education can be.

Mayfield Early Education, including it’s Board, Management, Employees and Volunteers are committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children. Our organisation has zero tolerance for child abuse and neglect.  We strongly uphold our child safety policies & procedures, and we actively work to create a child-safe environment. As part of our commitment, all successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive background checks, including reference checks, Working with Children Check (WWCC), child protection training and other relevant screening as required. We expect all staff to uphold our values of respect, inclusion, and child protection always.

Mayfield Childcare Limited celebrates diversity in all its forms and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for every team member. We welcome applicants of all genders, orientations, races, and backgrounds, believing that the more diverse our team, the more we can teach the next generation about respect, equality, and fairness. Join us in shaping a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

Mayfield Childcare Limited acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land – the Wurundjeri people, and pay our respects to their Elders, both past and present.