ChildCare Educator

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia KU Children's Services Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Join us at KU Maidstone, a vibrant, purpose-built service dedicated to providing exceptional care and education to the local community. Open Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, our service is designed to support both staff and families with convenient on-site parking and easy access to multiple bus routes.

At KU Maidstone, we offer a diverse range of services, including long day care, funded kindergarten, and allied health support, all within a beautifully designed space that caters to the unique needs of Maidstone's children and families. Our approach is all about empowering children by nurturing their individual interests and strengths, creating enriching and intentional experiences that inspire growth and curiosity.

We believe that building strong, respectful relationships with both children and families is key to fostering a supportive learning environment. Through our key educator approach, we provide continuity and consistency of care, ensuring that every child feels a deep sense of trust and connection. If you're looking to be part of a dynamic team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth, we'd love to hear from you

The Role

Coming in 2026 We are looking for qualified Certificate IIII qualified educator to join the service Full time accruing a paid day off every month Offered on a Parental leave contact to late February 2027.

Applicants should have:

  • Australian working rights
  • A current VIC Working with Children Check
  • An ACECQA recognised and completed Certificate III level qualification
  • 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:

  • Generous annual pay increases,
  • 15 personal leave days for service-based staff,
  • 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. (Please specify in your cover letter your preference of position)

Want to know more?

Contact Trish, HR Generalist contactable via or  (please note: applications are not accepted 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.

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