Job Description

Trainee Child Care Educator | KU Faulconbridge – Blue Mountains

• Full or Part time Traineeship - be paid to learn!
• Kick-start a new career in Early Childhood with a leader in the Early Childhood sector
• Gain valuable experience working alongside professional, dedicated and highly skilled educators

Embark on a Rewarding Journey in Early Childhood Education with KU!

Embark on a fulfilling career path with KU, a leader in early childhood education for over 125 years. Be part of our inclusive community where we empower every child to learn, grow, and explore their potential in a supportive and nurturing environment. KU Faulconbridge is offering a Paid Traineeship that’s not just a job, but a start of a career into Early Childhood Education!

Why begin a traineeship with KU?

• Earn While You Learn: Full or Part-time options to suit your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth: learn from a team of passionate and skilled educators.
• Nationally Recognised Certification: Complete your traineeship and gain a nationally recognised Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Becoming a Role Model: You’ll be someone the children learn from.
• Receiving Recognition: Your hard work and dedication will be valued and rewarded.
• Grow with Us After completing your traineeship, we will find you a graduate position.
• Make a Difference: Play a pivotal role in shaping young minds and futures.

The Role:

Join us for a paid 18-month full-time or 24-month part-time role in the picturesque Blue Mountains. As a Trainee, you’ll become an integral part of our nurturing learning environment, helping shape the minds of tomorrow.

What You Need to Succeed:

• A positive can-do attitude and a love for learning
• No prior experience needed, just a genuine interest in early childhood development.
• Must be over 18 and ready to obtain a Working With Children Check.

Experience the KU Difference:

• Above Award Pay Rates: We value your dedication with higher than award pay and benefits.
• Personal Leave: Enjoy 5 additional days for work-life balance.
• Parental Leave: Up to 15 weeks of KU paid leave to support your new family.
• Professional Development: Free access to extensive learning resources.
• Inclusive Culture: Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and inclusion.
• Community Focus: We’re deeply embedded in the local community, fostering strong connections.
• Innovative Programs: Our curriculum is designed to inspire curiosity and a love of learning.
• Eco-Friendly Approach: We prioritize sustainability, teaching children the value of nature.

How to Apply:

Ready to start your adventure? Click the ‘APPLY NOW’ button and send us your Cover Letter and Resume.

For a chat about the role, contact Anthony, HR partner on 02 9268 3930 or send an email to careers@ku.com.au (applications via email won’t be accepted).

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.