Job Description

The Service

At KU Windale we celebrate the uniqueness of every child and family, fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where all feel welcome. Our cozy, homelike learning spaces are designed to spark creativity and curiosity, offering children the opportunity to play, learn, and grow together in a vibrant community.

Operating during NSW school terms, KU Windale takes immense pride in its strong ties with the local Aboriginal community and families, making it a true cornerstone of support and connection. Our preschool is more than just a space; it's a nurturing environment where children are immersed in a dynamic, hands-on learning experience that encourages exploration, discovery, and collaboration.

Specializing in inclusion, KU Windale is dedicated to supporting all children, with a particular focus on empowering indigenous children and those with additional needs. We believe every child’s journey is unique, and we strive to provide a rich, diverse educational experience that celebrates individuality and fosters growth for all.

The Role

If you are looking for a role that provides work life balance and working hours during school time only, this role is perfect for you!

Working 3 hours, 40 minutes a day, Wednesday-Friday on a permanent basis. The shift times are 10:40am-2:20pm, there can be some flexibility with these shifts times that will see you covering break and programming time.

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 you should choose KU for your next move!

Of course, you will need:

• Australian working rights
• A current Working with Children Check
• An 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)
  

Experience the KU Difference

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

• Sector leading pay rates, up to 25% above the Award,

• Up to 15 weeks of KU fully paid parental leave on top of government provisions

• Generous annual pay increases,
• 20% staff discount for children attending CCS Services
• 5 additional personal leave days for service-based staff,
• Access to variety of salary packaging options,
• 94% of staff say we live our values,
• KU Plus an extensive Employee benefits program with access to discounts/cashback from 400+ retailers,

• Blue Light Discount card

• Access to extensive free professional learning,

• An inclusive culture with a shared vision,

• Well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplaces,
• Coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues.
  

How to apply:

Please submit your updated Cover Letter and CV via the 'APPLY NOW' button.

Want to know more?

Contact Sarah 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.