This is a Room Leader - Teacher role with Only About Children based in Sydney, NSW, AU Only About Children Role Seniority - mid level More about the Room Leader - Teacher role at Only About Children About This Role Room Leader/ECT Opportunity at Cammeray campus Are you an experienced early childhood Room Leader ready to lead with warmth and purpose? Only About Children Freshwater is looking for a confident, passionate, and ECT-qualified Room Leader to join our team in a permanent full-time role. You'll play a key part in creating a safe, nurturing environment where our youngest children feel secure, supported, and inspired to learn and grow. Our Freshwater campus is designed with natural elements, spacious rooms, and dedicated outdoor areas for each age group - providing the perfect environment for play-based learning and meaningful connections. Why Join Only About Children? Two days of paid wellbeing leave each year, plus other extra leave options Above award salary and personalised development plans Access to our tailored OAC Grow Curriculum to guide your practice Clear career development pathways and support to further your study Ongoing professional learning through our OAC Academy 50% childcare discount for parents and grandparents Celebrated service milestones at 1, 3, 5, 7, and 10 years A values-led, inclusive culture where your contribution truly matters As a Room Leader, you'll lead group times, support the team, collaborate with families, and create a space where children can develop confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing in their earliest years. What We're Looking For Early Childhood Teaching qualification and NESA Accreditation Previous experience leading a room A warm, collaborative approach to leading your team A passion for early development and nurturing strong relationships A strong understanding of child safety and wellbeing More Than A Job. A Truly Rewarding Career Click ‘apply now' and follow the prompts to submit your application or email emily.gledhill@oac.edu.au to discuss the opportunity further. At Only About Children we have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion and we want you to bring your whole self to work. We welcome and encourage applications from all members of the community, particularly those who identify as Australian Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander. Only About Children is proud to share that our application for the Worker Retention Payment has been approved! This means our team members will receive an additional 10% on top of the award rate, plus an extra 5% from December 2025, funded by the Australian Federal Government until 30 November 2026. At Only About Children (OAC), every child's safety, wellbeing, and protection is our highest priority. We have an unwavering committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child feels safe and valued. All employees are required to hold a current Employee Working with Children Check before beginning employment. Additionally, throughout the recruitment process, we conduct thorough assessments to ensure the suitability of all candidates for working with children. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Only About Children team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Leading group times Supporting the team Collaborating with families Key Strengths Early Childhood Teaching qualification ✅ NESA Accreditation Experience leading a room Collaborative approach ❤️ Passion for early development ️ Understanding of child safety A Final Note: This is a role with Only About Children not with Hatch.
