Certificate III Educator | KU Union, Darlington - Part Time

Ku Children'S Services; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual pay increases

5 extra personal leave days (pro rata)

20% employee discount on KU services

Up to 15 weeks paid parental leave

Salary packaging options

KU Plus benefits program with retailer

Health & Wellbeing portal access

Free professional learning

Inclusive culture and shared vision

Job summary

KU Union is looking for a Certificate III Educator to join the Darlington team in Sydney on a part-time basis. The service offers a warm, inclusive environment with rich learning experiences for children.

Two roles are available: Permanent Part Time (Mon-Wed, 8 hours per day on a rotating roster) and a Parental Leave Contract (Fridays until August 2027). Applicants must hold ACCEQA recognised Certificate III and a NSW Working with Children Check.

Qualifications

• ACCEQA recognised Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check.
• National Child Safety Training Certificate.
• Completed CHCPRT025 Child Protection Training and understands relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nurturing, educational activities in a caring environment.
• Support a rotating roster for two part-time roles.
• Collaborate with team to promote inclusive practices.

Skills

EYLF knowledge

Education

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

NSW Working with Children Check

National Child Safety Training Certificate

CHCPRT025 Child Protection Training

Job description

Certificate III Educator | KU Union, Darlington - Part Time

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 withcoaching 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
• Access to our Health & Wellbeing portal - KU endorses a focus on holistic staff wellness
• Access to FREE professional learning - check out ourlearning hub
• An inclusive culture with a shared vision

About The Service

KU Union is located on the edge of Sydney Universityand within walking distance from Redfern Station.

Theserviceoffers a welcoming and nurturing space where each child is immersed in a rich tapestry of educationally interactive experiences – including art, craft, literacy, numeracy, music, dance, song, games, stories & cooking.

The team are proud to have a special interest in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history and culture which is incorporated into their program.

About The Role

We have an opportunity for an educator with a completed Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care qualification to join the team.

On offer are 2 x part-time roles;

• Permanent Part Time - working Monday to Wednesday (8 hours per day) on a rotating roster.
• Parental Leave Contract until August 2027 - working every Friday

*Part-time educators also have access to joining our casual pool if desired.

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:

• An ACCEQA recognised Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
• A current and Valid NSW Working with Children Check
• A National Child Safety Training Certificate
• A completed training in Child Protection (CHCPRT025) and an understanding of the legislation and its implications for the care and protection of children

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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 Child Safe Statement of Commitment

KU Children’s Services is a child safe organisation committed to protecting children from harm and abuse. The safety, rights and best interests of children are paramount and inform all aspects of our decision-making. Our longstanding commitment to child safety and wellbeing is demonstrated by our zero tolerance for child abuse, a strong culture of reporting concerns, and respect for children’s voices and participation. We embed the Child Safe Standards in everyday practice, comply with child safe legislation, and foster a culture in which children are safe, valued and heard.

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