Position: Room leader
Status: Part Time, Permanent (37.5 hours per week)
Salary: $35.66 – $40.53 (Inclusive of Worker Retention Payment) depending on experience + superannuation
Qualifications: Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or (ACECQA approved equivalent)
Centre: One Tree Defence Unit Little Eagles
Location: Richmond, New South Wales

Looking for a rewarding role where every day makes a difference?
Join the Little Eagles team in Richmond – a warm, community-focused early learning service right on the RAAF Base. We provide education and care for up to 76 children, proudly supporting Defence families with a safe, nurturing, and high-quality environment.

Make a Difference – Passion Matters Most
At One Tree Community Services, we believe the right attitude and hands-on experience go further than a piece of paper. If you’re studying or already qualified in early childhood education, fantastic – but above all, we value your energy, compassion, and genuine heart for supporting children and families.

About the Role:

• Support and deliver fun, age-appropriate learning programs
• Build trusting relationships with children and families
• Create safe and engaging spaces where children thrive
• Work alongside a dedicated, supportive team
• Bring flexibility, positivity, and enthusiasm to each day
• Understand children’s growth and milestones

Why You’ll Love It Here:
✔ Competitive pay – based on your skills and experience + super
✔ Employee Assistance Program – Free, confidential wellbeing support
✔ Professional development – Tailored learning pathways and coaching support
✔ Complimentary uniforms
✔ Career growth – Opportunities to build a long-term future with One Tree

What You’ll Need:

• Essential: Diploma in early childhood, education and care (ACECQA approved equivalent)
• Essential: A current Working with Children Check
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, positive attitude
• 3 years + experience supporting children in a room leader capacity
• A flexible and reliable approach, with genuine enthusiasm for early education
• An eagerness to connect with Defence families and our unique community
• Reliable vehicle
• Able to work a flexible rotating roster
• Be a responsible person on premise when required
• Living in Australia with full working rights

Community, flexibility, and heart – you’ll find it all at Little Eagles! If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Please include a cover letter and your updated resume, and hit the APPLY button now!

One Tree is committed to equal opportunity, and workplace diversity. We encourage a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we work with. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply.