Diploma (ACCEQ) | Kooinda Workbase Child Care Centre

Be a Part of KU Children's Services Exciting Growth

This position has been created as part of the recently implemented KU Children's Services Teachers Enterprise Agreement 2025, a landmark development that continues to set new standards within the early childhood education sector. This new agreement reflects KU's ongoing commitment to excellence in educator conditions and professional practice. Key enhancements include increased dedicated time for Educational Leaders and programming, additional child-free days, and up to 15 weeks of paid parental leave, further strengthening KU's comprehensive suite of employee benefits and supports.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Australia's most trusted not-for-profit early childhood providers where your work is valued, your growth is supported, and your impact on children's lives is genuinely recognised.

Kooinda Workbase Child Care Centre is a welcoming, purpose-built 56-place long day care nestled in the leafy bushland of the University of Newcastle campus. Meaning "a happy place" in Awabakal, Kooinda fosters community, nature connection, and a passionate team, many with KU experience spanning 5 to 20 years.

Children explore a large yard with cubbies, climbing frames, and mud kitchens, enjoying outdoor adventures and sustainability-focused activities using natural, upcycled materials.

Staff enjoy a bright, peaceful break room and are encouraged to bring their own interests into the classroom. Easily accessible by public transport or car, Kooinda offers a supportive, creative environment where children and educators thrive.

This opportunity will see you join the team 20.85 hours per week

Of course, you will need:

• A current NSW Working with Children Check
• An ACECQA recognised Diploma
• Completed training in Child Protection legislation
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate
• 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,
• Rostered days off for relevant roles,
• Up to 14 weeks of KU 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 CV via the 'APPLY NOW' button.

Want to know more?

Please email our careers team for assistanceviacareers@ku.com.au (please note:applications arenotaccepted 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 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.

CALLAGHAN, NSW, Australia

• Job Identification 2287
• Job Category Diploma Educator
• Posting Date 08/22/2025, 02:00 AM
• Locations University of Newcastle, University Drive, CALLAGHAN, NSW, 2308, AU
• Degree Level Diploma in Early Childhood Education And Care Equivalent