Diploma Qualified Educator | KU Biyala Kindergarten

Job Description

About KU

KU Children’s Services (KU) is proudly a not-for-profit and for-purpose organisation with over 130 years of experience delivering high-quality early childhood education.

Our vision is to lead and inspire young children’s learning for life, and our purpose is to partner with families and communities to nurture children’s learning, development and wellbeing.

About the Opportunity

KU Biyala Kindergarten is now open and welcoming children and families into its vibrant learning community. Architecturally designed and purpose-built, Biyala Kindergarten is a sessional kindergarten located in Armstrong Creek, delivering a high-quality, government-funded kindergarten program.

We are seeking a Diploma Qualified Educator to join our kindergarten program, working the following rostered hours each week:

• Monday: 8 hours

• Tuesday: 2.5 hours

• Wednesday: 8 hours

The Kindergarten operates in line with the Victorian school term calendar under VECTEA, offering a sustainable work pattern with regular school holiday breaks. With set session times, you can focus on delivering high-quality educational programs while maintaining balance in your week.

You will be part of a supportive team committed to building a positive, collaborative culture and delivering meaningful learning outcomes for children and families.

What We’re Looking For

• An ACECQA-approved Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Current First Aid, CPR, Asthma and Anaphylaxis qualifications
• Completed ‘Mandatory reporting and other obligations’ training
• Completed National Child Safety Training via Geccko (Foundation)
• A current Working with Children Check
• Knowledge of the Education and Care Services National Law, National Regulations and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF)
• A positive, flexible approach and a passion for creating engaging learning experiences for children
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Access to our ‘KU Plus’ employee benefits program, including discounts from over 400 retailers and Blue Light Card access
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture
• Well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplaces
• Coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues

Why Join KU?

At KU, you’ll be part of a values-driven organisation that champions integrity, inclusion, innovation and sustainability. We offer:

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Want to know more?

Visit ku.com.au to learn more about our vision and values.

For further information, contact our careers team 02 9268 3930 (applications are not accepted via 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 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.