Early Childhood Teacher | KU Little Stars at Bourke

• Full Time - Fixed Term Contract
• Sector leading pay and benefits
• Opportunities for career enhancement, progression and development

ABOUT KU

KU Children's Services (KU) is one of the most respected early education providers in Australia and has an enviable reputation for the quality of our services. 99% of KU centres meet or exceed the National Quality Standards.

KU is a leading not for profit provider of nearly 140 early childhood education and care services in VIC, NSW the ACT and QLD. Established in 1895, KU is one of Australia’s most experienced and respected providers of long day care, preschool, outside school hours care, occasional care, family programs and early intervention services. KU also operates brokered programs on behalf of the Commonwealth Government and provides professional services to the early childhood sector and the wider community.

THE CENTRE 

An exciting opportunity has become available for an Early Childhood Teacher to join our thriving centre located in the heart of Melbourne CBD. KU Little Stars at 500 Bourke Children's Centre is a long day care centre that offers care to the children of employees of NAB ranging from 6 weeks to 6 years old. The centre has a reputation for excellence in the provision of high quality care and education that responds to the very special needs of both the children and the business culture of NAB. With a purpose-built outdoor play area specifically designed for the children, with natural vegetation, ample shade and play equipment, the centre takes pride in providing children with an environment that supports sustainability.

THE ROLE

We are looking for an experienced Early Childhood Teacher who values partnering with families, wants to join and help lead a passionate, capable and dedicated team.

To be considered for this role, it is essential you have: 

• previous experience working as an Early Childhood Teacher within an early childhood service
• an Early Childhood Teaching degree or ACECQA approved equivalent qualification
• demonstrated solid understanding of:
  • National Quality Framework (NQF)
  • Early Years learning Framework (EYLF)
  • Child Protection legislation & implications (approved Child Protection Training)
  • Workplace Health & Safety legislation and issues
• success in leading and managing a team with strong pedagogical practice
• knowledge of the stages of physical, emotional, cognitive, social and cultural development of children
• the capability to engage children through activities and experiences appropriate for age groups / stages of development
• knowledge of health, hygiene and the nutrition needs of children
• the ability to communicate effectively with children, families and staff
• an aptitude for being proactive and acting on guidance / direction
• a commitment to your own ongoing professional development in early childhood
• the ability to undertake the physical requirements involved within an early childhood setting

OUR OFFER

This position is a full time - fixed term role, working Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day to the end of December 2019.

On offer is a generous package with a range of benefits including:

• Monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO)
• Above award salary with industry leading conditions
• discounted health insurance
• ongoing professional development and training
• Salary Sacrificing
• Access to casual shifts within KU

Come and experience our unique play based approach and you will be joining a truly dedicated team with all of the KU learning resources at your disposal. This is an excellent opportunity to further your skills in a play-based educational environment, all within a well-established leading provider of early childhood education and care.

KU has been recognised as a Winner of The Australian Business Awards for Employer of Choice in 2016 and 2017. At KU we want to make your work with us as interesting and rewarding as we possibly can. To encourage and support your professional journey, KU offers:

• Sector leading employment conditions and pay within well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplaces
• An outstanding professional learning program which includes access to a wide variety of pedagogical and corporate training workshops, courses and network meetings
• Opportunities for career enhancement, progression and development
• A commitment to innovative and child-focused research on curriculum development and the future innovations and trends in early childhood development 
• Paid Parental Leave for all staff  
• Coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues 

If you would like to be considered for this amazing opportunity; please click the APPLY NOW button to being your application.

For more information and confidential discussion contact Anthony Robinson on 02-9268-3966 or send an email to [email protected]