Casual Childcare Educator and ECT | Southern Highlands

KU Children's Services; Moss Vale; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Above award pay increases

Employee benefits program

Wellbeing portal

Job summary

KU Children’s Services in the Southern Highlands and Moss Vale, NSW, seeks passionate casual Childcare Educators to join our KU Casual team. We value professionalism, collaboration and respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues.

As a Casual Child Care Educator you will support permanent staff, contribute to safe, engaging environments and deliver high‑quality, play‑based education that supports children’s learning and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Child Care or ACECQA‑approved equivalent.
• NSW Working with Children check compliance.
• Right to work in Australia.
• Ability to provide 2 professional childcare references.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily routines and play-based learning experiences.
• Support permanent educators and maintain safe, engaging environments.
• Foster positive relationships with children, families and staff.
• Contribute to inclusive, high‑quality care and education.

Skills

Early childhood experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Relationship building

Play-based education

Flexibility

Reliability

Passion for inclusion

Education

Certificate III Child Care

Job description

Casual Childcare Educator and ECT | Southern Highlands

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

KU Children's Services (KU) is 130 years young and one of the most respected early education providers in Australia. 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.

The Role:

At KU, we value professionalism, collaboration and respectful relationships with children, colleagues and families. We are looking for casual educators who demonstrate KU’s values, act with integrity, take pride in their work and are committed to supporting children during their early years.

We are currently seeking passionate, committed, flexible and qualified Certificate III Child Care Educators who are eager to join our KU Casual team and contribute to our established and thriving KU services in Southern Highlands/Moss Vale, NSW.

As a Casual Child Care Educator with KU Children’s Services, you will:

• Have experience working in early childhood education and care settings.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Build positive and respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Be committed to providing high-quality, play-based education and care that supports children’s learning, development and wellbeing.
• Support permanent educators in creating safe, engaging, inclusive and nurturing environments for children.
• Assist with daily routines and educational experiences that encourage children’s curiosity, independence and sense of belonging.
• Demonstrate flexibility, reliability and a positive attitude when responding to the needs of the service.
• Enjoy flexible casual working arrangements while contributing to a supportive and collaborative team.

• Have a passion for working with children with additional needs,
• 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.

Of course, you will need:

• Current NSW Employee Working with Children Check.
• Recognised the completion of Certificate III qualificationor equivalent as approved by ACECQA
• Completed training in Child Protection legislation and its implications for the care and protection of children.
• Completed National Child Safe Training completed via GECCKO.
• Related experiences in Early Childhood Education settings for the purposed role.
• Right to work in Australia.
• Ability to provide 2 current professional Childcare References.

What makes us difference? - KU Children’s Servicesis a Sector-Leading employer, offering:

• Flexible work arrangements to suit your schedule,
• Above award rates with generous annual pay increases,
• 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,
• An inclusive culture with a shared vision,
• Well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplaces,
• Coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues.

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 and we welcome and encourage applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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.

For inquiries, please contact Katie Wilson via*******@ku.com.au or call 02 9121 6*** from (9am-5pm) (please note: applications are notaccepted via this email).