• Thursday + Friday teaching role on a 2 year contract
• Exceeding Service with a highly motivated team
• KU Bradfield Park

For the 9th year consecutive year, we have been recognised as an Employer of Choice! We are so proud of this continued acknowledgement reflecting our workplace culture that allows for people to thrive, innovate, and develop lifelong careers by investing in their future.

Since 1895, KU has been and proudly remains a not for profit and for purpose organisation

KU Children's Services (KU) is one of the most respected early education providers in Australia and has an proud reputation for the quality of our services. 100% of KU services meet or exceed the National Quality Standards.

KU is our place, where we all belong. A safe, calm community of children, parents and educators. We are very proud to welcome the large and diverse KU family of children, families and staff who experience KU with us each day. Side by side, we explore the world through many cultures and perspectives. KU children learn it’s OK to be different, and we can all be different, together.

KU Bradfield Park Children's Centre is a 53 place service in the heart of West Lindfield and cares for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years old. KU Bradfield Park have an emphasis on an inclusive environment, where children feel like they belong and are encouraged to play, discover and learn. The service has specially designed indoor and outdoor spaces and encourages children to explore and learn within a nurturing environment and is well known within the local community for their focused, play based education approach and you will be joining a truly dedicated team with all of the KU learning resources at your disposal.

The Role

This exciting opportunity will see you join the team part time, Thursday and Friday in the 3-5's Room. Offered on a fixed term contract between 7th April 2025 and 2 April 2027.

The Early Childhood Teacher will provide high-quality education to young children, using evidence-based and contemporary pedagogy and practices that align with the National Quality Standards, Early Years Learning Framework, and National Education and Care Law and Regulations. They will take the lead in developing and implementing a high-quality educational program and will build positive, respectful, and collaborative relationships with children, families, and colleagues. The Early Childhood Teacher will be responsible for developing an inclusive environment where each child’s learning and development needs are met, and the service’s philosophy, policies, and regulatory requirements are upheld.

If that sounds like you, Join KU and take the next step in your career and invest in your future.

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,
• Generous annual pay increases,
• 5 additional personal leave days for service-based staff (Full Time equivalent)
• Up to 14 weeks of KU fully paid parental leave on top of government provisions
• Access to variety of salary packaging options,
• Study assistance and support with ECT accreditation,
• 94% of staff say we live our values,
• KU Plus an extensive Employee benefits program with access to discounts/cashback from 400+ retailers,
• KU focuses on wholistic staff wellness through its Health & Wellbeing portal,
• 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.

Of course, you will need:

• Australian working rights
• A current NSW Working with Children Check
• A completed ACECQA recognised Early Childhood Teaching degree
• Completed Child Protection Training as well as demonstrated understanding of current child safe practices
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates along with current separate approved Asthma and Anaphylaxis Management certificates
• NESA Teacher Accreditation
• 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)

How to apply:

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

Want to know more?

Contact Anthony, HR Partner via 02 9268 3930 or [email protected] (please note: applications are not accepted via this email).

Applications Close: 6:00pm Sunday 16th February 2025

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.