Director, Preschool – Lead Teaching & Community Impact

KU Children's Services; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

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Job summary

KU Children’s Services is seeking an experienced Director for KU Newport Preschool in NSW. The role is a full-time, 12-month maximum term contract starting January 2027, leading pedagogy, operations and stakeholder relationships with a hands-on, supportive leadership approach.

You will guide a small team, ensure child safety practices, maintain regulatory compliance, and promote community connections through the service. A NSW WWCC and ACECQA-recognised ECT degree are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years directing experience.
• NSW Working with Children Check required.
• ACECQA recognised Early Childhood Teaching degree.
• Child Protection Training and National Child Safety Training completed.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates with Asthma and Anaphylaxis management certificates.
• NESA Teacher Accreditation.
• Knowledge of NQS and EYLF.

Responsibilities

• Lead KU Newport Preschool and a small team to maintain high-quality pedagogy and practice.
• Support relationships with children, families and community.
• Mentor educators and drive continuous improvement in service operations.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Pedagogy

Community engagement

Education

ACECQA recognised ECT degree

Job description

KU Children’s Services is seeking an experienced Director for KU Newport Preschool in NSW. The role is a full-time, 12-month maximum term contract starting January 2027, leading pedagogy, operations and stakeholder relationships with a hands-on, supportive leadership approach.

You will guide a small team, ensure child safety practices, maintain regulatory compliance, and promote community connections through the service. A NSW WWCC and ACECQA-recognised ECT degree are essential.