Diploma Qualified ChildCare Educator | KU Wickham

Working at KU

KU has been proudly recognised as an Employer of Choice for 10 consecutive years. This recognition reflects a workplace culture where people are supported to thrive, innovate and build meaningful, long‑term careers through investment in their future. Along with coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues and a well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplace, 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 
• 20% employee discount of CCS Gap Fee within a KU Service
• Up to 15 weeks of KU paid parental leave
• Access to variety of salary packaging options
• Access to KU Plus - an extensive Employee Benefits Program with access to discounts & cashback from over 400 retailers
• Blue light discount card
• Access to our Health & Wellbeing portal - KU endorses a focus on holistic staff wellness
• Support with ECT accreditation
• Access to FREE professional learning - check out our learning hub
• An inclusive culture with a shared vision
   

The Service 

KU Wickham is a heritage-listed preschool located just minutes from Newcastle CBD. Established over 70 years ago as Newcastle’s first free Kindergarten, it continues to operate from its historic 1889 Italianate building, thoughtfully renovated to blend its original charm with modern learning spaces. Set among parklands, sporting facilities and a community garden, the service offers children a unique learning environment with beautiful natural play spaces and strong community connections. The service is open 50 weeks of the year and offers places for 3–5-year-olds.

The Role

Parental leave cover position working 8 hours per day every Thursday and Friday on rotating shifts of 8:00am-4:00pm and 9:00am-5:00pm until December 2027. 

This is a great opportunity for a Diploma Qualified educator who values strong relationships with children and families, is keen to continue developing their skills, and would like to be part of a passionate, capable and dedicated team. 

Candidates Require

• Australian working rights
• A current and valid NSW Working with Children Check
• An ACECQA recognised Diploma qualification
• A National Child Safety Training Certificate
• A completed training in Child Protection (CHCPRT025) and an understanding of the legislation and its implications for the care and protection of children
• First Aid and CPR Certificates
• Separate Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificates 
• Working knowledge of the Early Years Learning Frameworks (EYLF)
• Sound understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law (2010) and the Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011)
   

About Applying

If this sounds like an opportunity you would like to explore, please submit your applications in only three steps:

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2. Upload a copy of your updated cover letter outlining how you meet the criteria
3. Upload a copy of your updated resume
    

For inquiries, please contact Sarah, People Services Partner on 02 9268 3959 or via [email protected] (please note applications are not accepted via this email).

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 Child Safe Statement of Commitment 

KU Children’s Services is a child safe organisation committed to protecting children from harm and abuse. The safety, rights and best interests of children are paramount and inform all aspects of our decision-making. Our longstanding commitment to child safety and wellbeing is demonstrated by our zero tolerance for child abuse, a strong culture of reporting concerns, and respect for children’s voices and participation. We embed the Child Safe Standards in everyday practice, comply with child safe legislation, and foster a culture in which children are safe, valued and heard.