Child Care Educator (Cert III) | KU Mayfield (2 days)

KU Children's Services; Newcastle; Vor Ort; AUD 34.000 - 44.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Generous annual pay increases

5 additional personal leave days

20% employee discount on KU Gap Fee

Up to 15 weeks of KU paid parental/car

Salary packaging options

KU Plus membership discounts

Health & wellbeing portal access

Support with ECT accreditation

Free professional learning access

Inclusive culture

Zusammenfassung

KU Mayfield, part of KU Children's Services, seeks a Child Care Educator (Cert III) to join a passionate preschool team. You will support a happy, safe environment and contribute to STEM-based learning through play while building strong relationships with children and families.

You will work 8 hours per day on Monday and Tuesday, with optional casual shifts. NSW Working with Children Check is required, and CHCPRT025 Child Protection training is expected along with EYLF knowledge.

Qualifikationen

• Must hold NSW Working with Children Check.
• ACECQA recognised Certificate III qualification.
• National Child Safety Training Certificate.
• Completed CHCPRT025 training and understanding of child protection legislation.
• Working knowledge of EYLF.
• Understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations (2010/2011).

Aufgaben

• Deliver high-quality early childhood education and care.
• Foster strong relationships with children and families.
• Support STEM-based play-based learning and exploration.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal skills

STEM learning support

Ausbildung

ACECQA recognised Certificate III qualification

Tools

CHCPRT025 Child Protection Training

Jobbeschreibung

Child Care Educator (Cert III) | KU Mayfield (2 days)

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.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
• 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
• Support with ECT accreditation
• Access to FREE professional learning - check out ourlearning hub
• An inclusive culture with a shared vision
  

The Service

AtKU Mayfield, our focus is on ensuring we provide a happy, safe and accepting environment, which reflects and enriches the lives and identities of children and families and responds to their changing interests and needs.

We specialise in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) learning through our commitment to play-based learning. We believe this is how young children learn naturally, as they are enabled to question and actively investigate the world around them.We have proudly been awarded as a ‘Little Scientist House’ through FROEBEL Australia, because of the quality of our educational program.We offer extended preschool hours and open over school holidays.

The Role

This is a great opportunity for an educator who values strong relationships with children and families, is keen to continue developing their skills, and would like to be part of a passionate, capable and dedicated preschool team.

You will work 8 hours per day, Monday and Tuesday. You will also have the opportunity to pick up additional casual shifts if desired.

Candidates Require

• A current and valid NSW Working with Children Check
• An ACECQA recognised Certificate III qualification
• 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
• Working knowledge ofthe Early Years Learning Frameworks (EYLF)
• Sound understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law (2010) and the Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011)

For inquiries, please contact Sarah,People Services Partner on02 9268 3*** or via*******@ku.com.au(please noteapplications arenotaccepted via this email).

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.