Administrative Assistant Ku Wickham Preschool

3 days ago

Newcastle, Australia KU Children's Services Full time

**The Service**

KU Wickham is located in the harbour-side suburb of Wickham in close proximity to the Newcastle CBD. Our extended hours preschool was the first free Kindergarten established in Newcastle over 70 years ago and has continuously operated from the same historically significant Italianate building that has retained the charm and character of its original construction as a Council Chambers in 1889. Sympathetic renovations to the building in 2000 have extended the charm and character to an additional playroom with floor to ceiling windows that look out on the natural vista of our landscaped playground and the adjacent public playground.

KU Wickham is located on Crown Land in an area designated for Sport and Recreation. We are surrounded by extensive parkland and a variety of sporting facilities and with easy access to a Community Garden as well as the eclectic, suburban landscape of Wickham.

**The Role**

This is a permanent opportunity to join the service 12 hours per week Monday and Tuesday. (start and finish times negotiable)

**You will need**:

- A NSW Employee Working with Children Check (if appointed)
- Excellent customer service skills
- A collaborative team approach
- Strong administrative and organisational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to establish, maintain and enhance positive internal and external relationships
- A positive and ‘can do’ attitude
- Previous experience and / or a relevant qualification
- Have proficient computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

**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,
- Up to 14 weeks of KU paid parental leave,
- 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,
- Well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplaces,Coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues.

**How to apply**:
Upload your updated Cover Letter and Resume via the ' **APPLY NOW**' button.

The KU Careers Facebook page is available for you with all things KU recruitment - new roles, KU news and interview tips and tricks. Like and Follow
- 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._

  • Administrative Assistant, Ku Merewether Preschool

    6 days ago

    Newcastle, Australia KU Children's Services Full time

    As a cherished fixture in the community since 1959, KU Merewether Preschool has built a strong reputation for providing rich, personalized education and care, tailored to meet each child’s unique needs in a warm, family-focused, and supportive environment. We are deeply committed to fostering a space where children feel safe, valued, and empowered to...

  • Diploma (Acceq) Ku Bel Air Preschool

    16 hours ago

    Newcastle, Australia KU Children's Services Full time

    At KU Bel Air, we believe childhood should be celebrated. Our preschool is a vibrant, inclusive, and nurturing space where children are free to explore, imagine, and simply be themselves. Every corner of our environment is thoughtfully designed to spark curiosity and inspire a love of learning through play, discovery, and meaningful connection. We offer a...

  • Admin Assistant | KU Mayfield Preschool, 12 hours per week

    2 weeks ago

    Newcastle City Council, Australia KU Children's Services Full time

    The Centre AtKU Mayfield, our focus is on ensuring we provide a happy, safe and accepting environment, which reflects and enriches the lives and identities of children and families and responds to their changing interests and needs. We specialise in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) learning through our commitment to play-based...

  • Diploma (Acceq) Ku Kahibah Road

    1 week ago

    Newcastle, Australia KU Children's Services Full time

    KU Kahibah Road is a modern purpose-built building and has been providing education and care to children from 6 weeks to 6 years old for more than 15 years. The service is located on George Street which is just set off from the Pacific Highway and has free parking on site, there are buses that go to and from Newcastle Interchange along Kahibah Road, and it...

  • Casual Early Childhood Educators

    6 days ago

    Newcastle, Australia KU Children's Services Full time

    **Why Work with KU?** At KU, we offer a rewarding career in early childhood education, with a focus on your growth and well-being. Working casually with KU means you can enjoy the flexibility to balance your work and personal life, all while being part of a supportive, inclusive, and professional team. **What We Offer**: - **Flexibility**- Choose from...

  • Casual Diploma Early Childhood Educators

    2 weeks ago

    Newcastle, Australia KU Children's Services Full time

    **About the Role**: As a **Casual Educator**with KU, you will: ✔ Work across various age groups to provide high-quality, play-based education and care. ✔ Support permanent educators in creating safe, engaging, and nurturing environments. ✔ Enjoy flexible working arrangements to fit your lifestyle. **What you'll need to have**: ✔ Diploma in Early...

  • Casual Diploma Early Childhood Educators

    1 week ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia KU Children's Services Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

    DescriptionAbout the Role:As a Casual Educator with KU, you will: Work across various age groups to provide high-quality, play-based education and care. Support permanent educators in creating safe, engaging, and nurturing environments. Enjoy flexible working arrangements to fit your lifestyle.What you'll need to have: Diploma in Early Childhood Education...

  • Child Care Educator

    2 weeks ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia KU Children's Services Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

    DescriptionThe ServiceKU Bel Air Preschool At KU Bel Air, we aim to provide an inclusive, safe, stimulating and caring environment for children. Our environments serve as a special place for children to be children and enjoy their childhood through curiosity, exploration, creativity and imagination.Our program offers children the opportunity to engage in a...

  • Admin Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia KU Children's Services Full time $45,000 - $60,000 per year

    DescriptionThe CentreAt KU Mayfield, our focus is on ensuring we provide a happy, safe and accepting environment, which reflects and enriches the lives and identities of children and families and responds to their changing interests and needs.We specialise in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) learning through our commitment to...

  • Team Member

    6 days ago

    Newcastle, Australia 7-Eleven Full time

    Do you love Slurpee’s and sustainable Coffee? Well, so do we! It sounds like it’s time for you to come and join the team at 7-Eleven. We are on the lookout for casual team members with Overnight availability to join the team in the Wickham Store. Being the face of your store, you will: - Delight your customers with service and store standards -...