ChildCare (Diploma) Educator | KU Playford Park - Full Time at KU Children's Services

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Early Childhood Education, Child Protection, First Aid, CPR, Curriculum Planning, Child Safety, EYLDF Implementation, Inclusive Care, Stakeholder Communication, Child Development

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Join the team at KU Playford Park Children’s Centre, a community-focused long day care service nestled in the picturesque parklands of Padstow. Our centre provides a warm, inclusive environment for up to 43 children, ages 6 weeks to 5 years, where we prioritize individual care and foster a family-oriented, supportive atmosphere. With a strong reputation in the local community for delivering exceptional education and care, we create a space where children can thrive. Operating Monday to Friday from 7am to 5:45pm, our service offers a wonderful work-life balance, with free onsite parking and convenient access to public transport – just a 10-minute walk from Padstow Train Station and a bus stop at the top of Davies Street. Surrounded by the calming natural beauty of Playford Park, our large outdoor play area invites exploration, creativity, and learning. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in a supportive, family-oriented environment, we’d love for you to join us at KU Playford Park. The Role Permanent full time position working 8 hours per day, Monday- Friday. In this role you will accure a montly rostered day off! Do you: * Have a passion for working with children, * Aspire to further your career, * Want sector leading pay & benefits, * Want to be recognised for your contributions, * Desire to work with highly skilled professional colleagues If that sounds like you, then take the next step in your professional career and choose KU! Of course, you will need: * Relevant experience * An ACCEQA recognised Diploma in Early Childhood, * Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate * Completed training in Child Protection legislation and its implications for the care and protection of children, * Completed National Child Safety Training via Geccko * Current Working with Children Check * Sound understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law (2010) and the Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011) and Early Years Learning and Development Framework (EYLDF) 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, * Up to 15 weeks of KU paid parental leave, in addition to government paid entitlements * KU Plus an extensive Employee benefits program with access to discounts/cashback from 400+ retailers, * Blue Light Discount Card * Discounted Child Care Fees in CCS Services * KU focuses on wholistic staff wellness through its Health & Wellbeing portal, * Access to extensive free professional learning, * Well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplaces, * Coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues. How to apply: Upload your updated Cover Letter and Resume via the 'APPLY NOW' button. For inquiries, please contact Sarah, via careers@ku.com.au [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.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality education and care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years in a community-focused environment. Foster a supportive, family-oriented atmosphere while ensuring children's safety and wellbeing.