Job description
Since 1895, KU has been and proudly remains a not for profit organisation.
We are looking for casual Educators and Teachers to join our established team at Craigieburn. Enjoy access to frequent hours, free professional learning, coaching & mentoring, whilst receiving sector leading pay rates.
KU Children's Services (KU) is a leading not for profit provider of childhood education, has been awarded Employer of Choice each year since 2016, and is committed to continuing the development of a workplace culture of inclusion and diversity.
In 2023, KU opened three brand new purpose built services in Melbourne’s west suburbs, KU Maidstone Children’s Centre, KU Dianella Kindergarten and KU Birnbial Kindergarten and we are excited our expansion in Victoria rapidly occurring opening KU Monash Children’s Centre & KU Koo Wee Rup Kindergarten so far in 2024 across Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs and South Eastern Suburbs.
KU is one of Australia’s most experienced and respected providers of long day care, preschool, occasional care, family programs and early intervention services. KU is a culturally sensitive employer, committed to improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, families, and employees.
Do you:
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, then you should choose KU as your employer!
Of course, you will need:
Australian work rights
Recognised Certificate III, Diploma or Bachelor qualification or equivalent as approved by ACECQA
Valid Working with Children Check
Training demonstrating current knowledge of Child Protection legislation
Current First Aid, and CPR certificates (Diploma and Teacher Qualified)
VIT Registration (Teacher Qualified)
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,
Rostered days off for relevant roles,
Up to 14 weeks of KU paid parental leave,
Access to variety of salary packaging options,
Study assistance and support with ECT accreditation,
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,
Access to extensive free professional learning,
An inclusive culture with a shared vision,
Well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplaces,
Coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues.
How to apply:
Please submit your updated Cover Letter and CV via the 'APPLY NOW' button.
Want to know more?
Contact Sarah, HR Generalist contactable via 02 9268 3959 or careers@ku.com.au (please note: applications are not accepted via this email).
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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.