Child Care Educator

Nestled in the tranquil bushland of the ANSTO Lucas Heights Campus (just south of Sydney near Menai), KU ANSTO Children's Centre offers a truly special opportunity for passionate early childhood educators. With on-site parking available, this centre is perfect for those with their own transport looking to work in a peaceful, nature-rich setting.

Our purpose-built long day care service caters to children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, designed specifically to support the families of Australia's Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO). The environment, both indoors and outdoors has been thoughtfully crafted to inspire curiosity, exploration, and a lifelong love of learning.

At KU ANSTO, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. Guided by the Circle of Security and Educaring Approach, our team is committed to nurturing children's emotional wellbeing, ensuring they feel safe, secure, and deeply valued every day.

We're especially proud of our dynamic outdoor play spaces, where we embrace a loose parts approach. Children are encouraged to imagine, construct, deconstruct, and explore using a wide variety of natural, repurposed, and open-ended materials. It's a powerful way to foster creativity, resilience, and problem-solving skills.

The Role

We are looking for a Certificate III qualified educator to join the service for a permanent full-time role and part-time role.  

We are looking for an early childhood educator with:

• Knowledge and experience in the implementation of RIE Philosophy and the 'Educaring' approach to working with infants and toddlers.
• Knowledge and experience in the implementation of 'Circle of Security', 'Attachment Theory' and 'play spaces' practice.
• Knowledge of sustainable practices and environmental awareness issues in Early Childhood education.
• Commitment to supporting the Aboriginal community partnership with the Gujaga Foundation for the implementation of the Dharawal Language Program as an ongoing part of the curriculum of the service.
• Experience working with a Work Based Client service.

Applicants should have:

• Australian working rights
• A current NSW Working with Children Check
• An ACECQA recognised Certificate III 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).

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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.