Child Care Educator (CCE) KU Yagoona Preschool

KU Yagoona Preschool operates Monday - Friday 8am-3:30pm during school terms. Offering education and care for 20 children a day. Our playground is designed to maximise the use of the natural environment and allow children to play and explore as they would in their own backyard. At KU Yagoona, we focus on STEM – Spotlight on Science (Science, technology, engineering and math). Young children are avid STEM investigators, eager to explore and invent. STEM learning gives a label to what we are already doing in our program – encouraging children to observe, ask questions and integrate their ideas. 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. We are looking for a part-time Certificate III qualified educator to join the team Wednesday - Friday 3 hours a day. 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 as your employer Of course, you will need: Australian working rights A current NSW Working with Children Check An ACECQA recognised Certificate III Completed Child Protection Training as well as demonstrated understanding of current child safe practices 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, Generous annual pay increases, 5 additional personal leave days for service-based staff, Rostered days off for relevant roles, Up to 14 weeks of KU paid parental leave, 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. How to apply: Please submit your updated Cover Letter and CV via the 'APPLY NOW' button. Want to know more? Contact Trish, HR Generalist via ku.com.au or on 02 9121 6 ( please note: applications are not accepted via this email). The KU Careers Facebook page is available for you with all things KU recruitment - new roles, KU news and interview tips and tricks. Like and Follow 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.

Location: Parramatta, AU

Posted Date: 3/1/2025