Early Childhood Teacher | Ku Bligh Park Preschool

Job Description:

• 1 day - Wednesday Preschool Opportunity
• Qualification: Early Childhood Teacher

For the 8th year consecutive year KU have been recognised as a Employer of Choice! We are so proud of this continued acknowledgement reflecting our workplace culture that allows for people to thrive, innovate, and develop lifelong careers by investing in their future.
KU Bligh Park is Located in the quiet streets of Seaforth, backing on to a nature reserve. The preschool's area of specialisation is story telling through a variety of mediums, including oral story telling, creative and visual arts and music. If you have a flare for creative arts KU Bligh Park is the service for you to share this skill and passion. This position is a full time diploma role in a preschool commencing in November, offered on a 12 month parental leave contract.
KU is our place, where we all belong. A safe, calm community of children, parents and educators. We are very proud to welcome the large and diverse KU family of children, families and staff who experience KU with us each day. Side by side, we explore the world through many cultures and perspectives. KU children learn it's OK to be different, and we can all be different, together.
The Role:
To commence Term 1 2024, we are looking for an inspiring ECT who has sound knowledge of contemporary pedagogy.
The ideal applicant has interest in or experience embedding sustainability pedagogy and nature programs. A strong team player, flexible and can build and maintain positive relationships with children and families.
This is a permanent part time role for 7.6 hours per week on a Wednesday, it is the Director admin release.
KU has been recognised as the Employer of Choice 8 times more than any other provider within the sector! We are incredibly proud to have obtained this every year since 2016. Join us if you want to be seen and valued as an Early Childhood Professional working in supportive and inclusive environments.
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, choose KU when taking the next step on your professional journey!
Of course, you will need:

• Australian working rights
• A current NSW Working with Children Check
• An ACECQA recognised Early Childhood Teaching degree
• Completed training in Child Protection legislation
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates along with current separate approved Asthma and Anaphylaxis Management certificates
• NESA Teacher Accreditation
• Sound understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law (2010) and the Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011)
• Working knowledge of the Early Years Learning Frameworks (EYLF)

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 full paid parental leave,
• Access to variety of salary packaging options,
• 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 Resume via the 'APPLY NOW' button.
Due to the Holiday Closedown of the Preschool, applications will not be reviewed until mid Jan 2024. All candidates will be contacted at this time.
Want to know more?
Contact Anthony, HR Generalist via (please note: applications are not accepted via this email).
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