Room Leader - Lyrebird ELC, Carrum Downs

Join the Mayfield Early Education family at Lyrebird 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 believe in nurturing not only the children in our care but also our dedicated team members. You’ll be supported by a compassionate leadership team invested in your professional growth and personal success. We offer ongoing professional development opportunities to help you thrive, along with enrolment fee discounts to support your family.

You’ll become part of a close-knit, collaborative team that celebrates achievements together through regular team-building activities. We value your wellbeing, offering 24/7 access to Sonder, a comprehensive resource for health, safety, and personal support.

Why This Centre

Lyrebird Early Learning Centre is more than an early education 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.
Availability for shifts 6:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday.
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Be Part of Something Special

We invite you to join the Mayfield Early Education family at Lyrebird 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 Childcare Limited, its Board, Management, Employees and Volunteers are committed to safety and wellbeing of all children and young people and have a zero tolerance for child abuse.

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.