Qualified Educators (Certificate III & Diploma) | KU Moss Vale - Full/Part Time

KU Children's Services; Moss Vale; Hybrid; AUD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pay increases

Parental leave benefits

Employee benefits program

Wellbeing portal

Professional learning opportunities

Coaching and mentoring

Job summary

KU Moss Vale, part of KU Children's Services, is seeking a diploma qualified educator for a permanent part‑time position on Thursdays and Fridays, with a parental leave contract through Oct 2026. Join a warm, well‑resourced service in the Southern Highlands, dedicated to play‑based learning and community involvement.

You will work with a highly skilled team, enjoy extensive staff benefits, and contribute to a safe, inclusive environment for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

Qualifications

• ACCEQA recognised Diploma in Early Childhood.
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate.
• Completed training in Child Protection legislation.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Understanding of Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations.

Skills

Passion for children

Team collaboration

Professional development

Education

ACCEQA recognised Diploma in Early Childhood

Job description

Looking for a rewarding opportunity in early childhood education? Join the passionate and dedicated team at KU Moss Vale, a charming 38-place long day care service nestled in the beautiful Southern Highlands. We offer a play-based educational program that supports children from 6 weeks to 5 years old, fostering meaningful learning experiences in a warm, welcoming environment.

Our service operates from 7:15 am to 5:45 pm, offering extended care for the local community. With an experienced and friendly team who have worked together for over 10 years, you’ll be joining a supportive, close-knit group that values collaboration and dedication.

Enjoy the comfort of our well‑resourced staff room, offering a private, peaceful retreat for breaks. The service is home to a spacious, recently refurbished playground that connects directly to a leafy park, providing endless opportunities for excursions and visits to the local school.

We believe in creating an outdoor environment that inspires active learning and exploration. Sustainability is at the heart of our approach, encouraging children to connect with and appreciate the natural world around them.

The Role

KU Moss Vale is looking for a diploma qualified educator for a permanent part‑time position to work Thursday and Friday 8 hours a day. There is also a parental leave contract until October 2026, working Thursday and Friday.

• 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, perhaps you should choose KU as your employer!

Of course, you will need:

• An ACCEQA recognised Diploma in Early Childhood,
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Completed training in Child Protection legislation and its implications for the care and protection of children,
• Current Working with Children Check

Sound understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law (2010) and the Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011)

Experience the KU Difference

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,
• Up to 14 weeks of KU paid parental leave,
• 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,
• Well‑resourced and environmentally responsible workplaces,
• Coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues.

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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 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.