Address- KU Fox Valley Preschool
- 12 Month Parental Leave Cover
- Operates during NSW term time
KU Fox Valley Preschool, is a 30 place preschool located in Wahroonga. The service prides themselves on creating a quality learning environment and promoting a strong sense of belonging within the local community. The Service is adjacent to a bush reserve which presents opportunities for the children to explore and traverse our large playground and to be at one with nature.
This is a 12 month parental leave cover opportunity for a Preschool Director to innovate, inspire, motivate and lead a dedicated team. You will bring your sound pedagogical knowledge, experience of developing and maintaining relationships with children and families, rostering, mentoring, daily routines, policy implementation whilst building a harmonious working environment.
This role will be teaching on the floor 4 days a week and have 1 day a week dedicated to administration duties. You will have support of a dedicated and experienced service administrator as well as the Education and Quality team, education support manager, child protection team, learning and development facilitator and wider support services available across the organisation.
The ideal candidate will be available to work 7.6 hours, Monday-Friday during term time, you will receive a generous director’s allowance in addition to sector leading payrates.
Having an interest in nature and sustainability would be advantageous to ensure upkeep of the veggie garden and native beehive nesting boxes as well as leading regular bushwalking with local community groups.
Experience the KU Difference
KU offers more benefits than any other employer in the sector, including:
- Sector leading pay rates, up to 25% above the Award,
- Generous annual pay increases,
- 5 additional personal leave days for service-based staff,
- 12 rostered days off per year, in addition to 4 weeks of annual leave
- 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.
Of course, you will need:
- Australian working rights
- At least 3 years of previous directing experience
- A current NSW Working with Children Check
- An ACECQA recognised Early Childhood Teaching degree
- Completed Child Protection Training as well as demonstrated understanding of current child safe practices
- 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)
How to apply?
Upload your updated Cover Letter and Resume via the 'APPLY NOW' button.
Want to know more?
Contact Anthony, HR Generalist via *******@ku.com.au (please note: applications are not accepted via this email).
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