ChildCare Educator

Are you passionate about early childhood education and making a difference in young lives? KU Darling Nest is looking for dedicated and enthusiastic educators to join our vibrant team. We offer a supportive and inclusive environment where your professional growth is nurtured. If you have a love for teaching and a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you

This new state of the art KU service is in The Exchange building on Little Pier Street in Haymarket and is open Monday-Friday 7:30am-6:00pm. The service is very accessible by multiple modes of public transport, it is a 10–15 minute walk from either Town Hall or Central station or a 4 minute walk from Paddy's Markets Light Rail stop. 

This stunning KU service is fully air-conditioned and operates across two levels, there are 2 preschool rooms, 1 toddler room and 3 nursery rooms. Each level has a spacious expansive and covered playground, with lots of natural and recycled materials which ties in with the service focus on sustainability. 

For pictures and more info about the service, click here: KU Darling Nest

The Role:

We have a Certificate III opportunity to join this upbeat and friendly team in a permanent full time capacity which will see you join the team Monday through Friday 8 hours per day, accruing a monthly Rostered Day Off.

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, perhaps you should choose KU for your next career move

Of course, you will need:

• An ACCEQA recognised Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
• Completed training in Child Protection legislation and its implications for the care and protection of children,
• Current Employee Working with Children Check
• Sound understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law and the Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011)
• Since 1895, KU has been and proudly remains a not for profit and for purpose organisation

KU Children's Services (KU) is one of the most respected early education providers in Australia and has an enviable reputation for the quality of our services. 100% of KU services meet or exceed the National Quality Standards.

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.

Experience the KU Difference

KU offers more benefits than any other employer in the sector, including:

• Sector leading pay rates, up to 25% above the Award,
• Awarded Employer of Choice recognition x 9 years running
• Generous annual pay increases,
• 5 additional personal leave days for service-based staff,
• 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,
• 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).

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.