Early Childhood Teacher

Imagine being part of a dynamic team of passionate educators who travel across regions, support multiple centres, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families every single day. Welcome to the Permanent Relief Team, a tight-knit group of around 60 experienced professionals, united by a shared mission: to deliver exceptional early education wherever it's needed most.

Led by a seasoned early childhood expert and supported by dedicated coordinators, this team offers not just a job, but a rich career experience. Whether you're stepping into a centre to ensure continuity during staff absences or bringing fresh energy and ideas to new environments, you'll play a vital role in shaping young minds while expanding your own professional toolkit.

This isn't your average role. Think of it as your backstage pass to a wide variety of early childhood services, each with its own culture, strengths, and community. You'll build connections, collaborate with educational leaders, and receive tailored mentoring designed to elevate your career to the next level.

The Role

We're looking for a passionate and driven Early Childhood Teacher (Bachelor Qualified) who's ready to bring their energy, expertise, and heart to a role that truly makes a difference. If you're an experienced educator who thrives in play-based learning environments and values meaningful connections with children, families, and colleagues, this is your moment to shine.

In this full-time role, you'll work Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day, with the flexibility to cover a variety of shifts including opens and closes while also stepping into the role of nominated supervisor when needed. It's a position that calls for leadership, adaptability, and a genuine love for early education.

But the rewards go well beyond the classroom. As a key member of our team, you'll enjoy a suite of professional and lifestyle benefits, including:

• A monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO) to recharge and refresh
• A travel allowance to support your work across multiple centres
• Access to free professional learning and personalised mentorship to support your growth and career progression

The services allocated to this position are:

• KU Bilya Gulyangarri
• KU Faulconbridge
• KU Hebersham
• KU Penrith
• KU Shalvey
• KU Village Green

Candidates will need:

• A recognised Early Childhood Teaching degree level of qualification in Early Childhood or similar as approved by Australian Children's Education and Quality Authority (ACECQA)
• A current NSW Working with Children Check.
• Experience as a Director 
• Eligible to become a Nominated Supervisor
• A driver's license and access to a car, as this position will require you to travel to different services
• Work rights to enable you to work in Australia
• Current and Separate First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificate
• Completed & Current training in Child Protection legislation and its implications for the care and protection of children
• Sound understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law and the Education and Care Services National Regulations and how they apply in your state
• 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
• 12 rostered days off per year, in addition to 4 weeks of annual leave
• Up to 14 weeks of KU full pay parental leave
• Travel Allowance
• Ongoing professional development including in leadership and management 
• 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 Updated Resume via the 'APPLY NOW' button.

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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. 

KU is a sensitive employer, and the cultural safety of Aboriginal children and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, as well as the safety of children with a disability is of utmost importance.