ChildCare Educator (Cert III) | KU Kintaiba (3 days)

The Service

KU Kintaiba is a 59-place Long Day Care service located within the peaceful bushland of the University of Newcastle campus, this location encourages exploration of nature play in an outdoor environment.  Our purpose-built centre features four learning environments for children up to five years old and is home to a dedicated, long-standing team committed to providing high-quality early education and care.  The service has strong community connections enriched by local Aboriginal culture and artwork.

Why KU Kintaiba?

• Beautiful bushland setting surrounded by nature
• Easy access by car or public transport, with free and affordable parking
• A diverse and inclusive community where every family belongs
• Strong community connections enriched by local Aboriginal culture and artwork

The Role

The role is a permanent, part-time position working 8 hours a day, Monday-Wednesday.

We are looking for someone who can build strong relationships with both children and their families and is a team player. 

You will have access to additional shifts if desired by joining our casual pool. 

Experience the KU Difference

KU offers more benefits than any other employer in the sector, including:

• Generous annual pay increases
• 5 additional personal leave days for service-based staff (pro rata)
• 20% employee discount of CCS Gap Fee within a KU Service
• Up to 15 weeks of KU paid parental leave in addition to government paid parental leave 
• Access to variety of salary packaging options
• Access to KU Plus - an extensive Employee Benefits Program with access to discounts & cashback from over 400 retailers
• Access to our Health & Wellbeing portal - KU endorses a focus on holistic staff wellness
• Blue Light Card
• Access to FREE professional learning - check out our learning hub
• A well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplace
• An inclusive culture with a shared vision
• Coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues to help you achieve your professional goals
   

Criteria 

• Australian working rights
• A current NSW Working with Children Check
• An ACECQA recognised Certificate III
• Completed training in Child Protection (CHCPRT025) and National Child Safety Training as well as demonstrated understanding of current child safe practices 
• Sound understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law (2010) and the Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011)
• Working knowledge of the Early Years Learning Frameworks (EYLF)
   

How to apply:

If this sounds like an opportunity you would like to explore, please submit your applications in only three steps:

1. Hit the 'APPLY NOW' button
2. Upload a copy of your updated cover letter outlining how you meet the criteria
3. Upload a copy of your updated resume
    

Want to know more?

Contact Sarah, People Services Partner via careers@ku.com.au (please note: applications are not accepted via this email).

KU is committed to social justice and human rights, inclusion and diversity, and equal employment opportunity. We recognise the voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and promote their participation at KU.

KU Children’s Services is committed to being a child safe organisation. We put children’s safety and wellbeing at the centre of our practices. Child safety is a shared responsibility across the organisation. All KU staff contribute to maintaining our child safe culture and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the children in our services and programs. KU has a zero tolerance of harm or abuse of children.