NEWCASTLE, NSW, Australia
Job Description
About the Service
This long day care service has been operating for over 15 years in a modern, purpose-built facility for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years. Conveniently located on George Street, it offers free on-site parking and easy access via public transport.
The centre features three well‐resourced rooms filled with natural light and supported by a qualified, long‐standing, and diverse team. Each space is equipped with sustainable materials to support quality learning.
Children enjoy a large outdoor area with sandpits, mud kitchens, climbing equipment, and shaded play spaces. Educators also benefit from a calm, well‐equipped staff room for rest and recharge.
The Role
We are looking for a Certificate III qualified educator to work 8 hours per day on Mondays and Tuesdays on a permanent basis. You will also have access to the casual pool and work additional hours if desired.
* Passionate about working with children.
* Aspire to further your career.
* Looking for sector‐leading pay and benefits.
* Desire to be recognised for your contributions.
* Enjoy working with highly skilled professional colleagues.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Current Working with Children Check.
* ACECQA recognised Certificate III.
* Completed training in Child Protection.
* 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).
Benefits
* Sector leading pay rates, up to 25% above the Award.
* Up to 15 weeks of fully paid parental leave on top of government provisions.
* Generous annual pay increases.
* 5 additional personal leave days for service‐based staff.
* Access to a variety of salary packaging options.
* 94% of staff say we live our values.
* KU Plus extensive employee benefits programme with access to discounts/cashback from 400+ retailers.
* Blue Light Discount card.
* Access to extensive free professional learning.
* Well‐resourced and environmentally responsible workplaces.
* Coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues.
EEO Statement
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.
Child Safety Statement
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 programmes. KU has a zero tolerance of harm or abuse of children.
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