ChildCare Educator

• KU Phillip Park - Just opposite Hyde Park in the CBD
• Permanent Full time accruing a paid monthly day off
• Qualification: Cert III 

KU Children's Services (KU) is one of the most respected early education providers in Australia and has an proud reputation for the quality of our services. 100% of KU Services meet or exceed the National Quality Standards. KU is a leading not for profit provider of 113 early childhood education and care services in NSW, VIC, ACT and QLD.

The Service

KU Phillip Park pride themselves on their beautifully designed outdoor area and the experiences they offer to children. Located on the edge of Sydney's CBD overlooking parkland, KU Phillip Park is close to public transport. KU Phillip Park is an Exceeding and Small Service and caters for up to 48 children per day and has a focus on building a community of inquiry and investigation by incorporating this into their program.

KU is our place, where we all belong. A safe, calm community of children, parents and educators. We are very proud to welcome the large and diverse KU family of children, families and staff who experience KU with us each day. Side by side, we explore the world through many cultures and perspectives. KU children learn it's OK to be different, and we can all be different, together.

The Role

We are looking for a Child Care Educator with a Certificate III qualification who values partnering with children and families, is a team player, takes initiative and wants to join a passionate, capable and dedicated team.

This Permanent, Full-Time role with see you working 8 hours each day (Monday to Friday) accruing a paid monthly rostered day of each month

Do you:

• Have a passion for working with children
• Aspire to further your career
• Want sector leading pay & benefits
• Want to be recognised for your contributions
• Desire to work with highly skilled professional colleagues

If that sounds like you, then you should choose KU as your employer

Of course, you will need:

• Australian working rights
• A current NSW Working with Children Check
• An ACECQA recognised Certificate III
• Completed Child Protection Training as well as demonstrated understanding of current child safe practices 
• Sound understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law 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:

• Sector leading pay rates, support and conditions - above the Award,
• 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,
• Study assistance and support with ECT accreditation,
• 94% of staff say we live our values,
• KU Plus an extensive Employee benefits program with access to discounts/cashback from 400+ retailers,
• Blue Light Card Access
• 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 Resume via the 'APPLY NOW' button.

For inquiries, please contact Anthony, HR Partner on or via  (please note: applications are not accepted via this email).

Applications Close: 6pm Sunday 14th September 2025

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.