Job Description

About KU Children's Services

KU has been proudly recognised as an Employer of Choice for 10 consecutive years. This recognition reflects a workplace culture where people are supported to thrive, innovate and build meaningful, long‑ term careers through investment in their future.

KU is our place, where we all belong. A safe, calm community of children, families and educators. Side by side, we explore the world through many cultures and perspectives. KU children learn it’s OK to be different, and that we can all be different, together.

We are proud to say that 95% of KU employees agree that we live our values!

About the KU Difference

Along with coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues and a well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplace, 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
• 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
• Blue light discount card
• Access to our Health & Wellbeing portal - KU endorses a focus on holistic staff wellness
• Access to FREE professional learning - check out our learning hub
• Support with ECT accreditation
• An inclusive culture with a shared vision

About The Service

KU Bradfield Park Children's Centre is a 53-place service in the heart of West Lindfield that caters for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years old.

With an emphasis on an inclusive environment, children feel like they belong and are encouraged to play, discover and learn. The service has specially designed indoor and outdoor spaces that encourage children to explore and learn within a nurturing environment. Well known within the local community for their focused, play based education approach, the team also has a commitment to sustainability, and gardening and a strong interest in infant and toddler pedagogy.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and fully qualified Early Childhood Teacher to join the team working 2 days per week, Thursday and Friday (16 hours per week) on a rotating roster.

This is a fixed term contract until April 2027 and provides access to our casual pool.

You will be joining a truly dedicated team along with all of the KU learning resources at your disposal.

About the criteria

Along with relevant working knowledge of the Early Years Learning Frameworks (EYLF) and a sound understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law (2010) and the Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011), you will need:

• Proven teamwork experience
• An ability to mentor and lead other educators
• To be available to work 8 hours every Thursday and Friday (16 hours per week) on a rotating roster.

About Compliance

To be eligible for this role, you must have:

• Australian working rights
• A current and valid NSW Working with Children Check
• An ACECQA recognised Early Childhood Teaching degree
• NESA Teacher Accreditation
• A National Child Safety Training Certificate (through Geccko)
• A completed training in Child Protection (CHCPRT025) and an understanding of the legislation and its implications for the care and protection of children
• A valid First Aid Certificate (HLTAID012) with separate Asthma & Anaphylaxis training (22556VIC & 22578VIC) & CPR Certificate (HLTAID009)

About Applying:

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 and compliance
3. Upload a copy of your updated resume

For inquiries, please contact Anthony, HR Partner on 02 9268 3930 or via careers@ku.com.au ( please note applications are not accepted via this email).

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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.