Diploma (ACCEQ) | KU Kintaiba at KU Children’s Services

KU Kintaiba is a 59-place Long Day Care service nestled in the peaceful bushland setting of the University of Newcastle campus. Surrounded by native flora and birdsong, our centre offers a rare blend of tranquillity and inspiration, a place where children and educators alike are encouraged to explore, connect, and grow.

Our purpose-built, architecturally designed facility includes four bright, spacious rooms tailored to support children aged from birth to 5 years. Each space is thoughtfully designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and connection through play and inquiry-based learning.

We are proud to be rated as Exceeding the National Quality Standard by the NSW Department of Education, a testament to our commitment to high-quality education and care.

Operating Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, KU Kintaiba provides a supportive, inclusive environment where educators are truly valued. Many of our passionate team members have been with us for years, creating a stable, collaborative culture that supports professional growth and personal fulfillment.

The Role

We are looking for a Diploma Qualified educator to join the team on a permanent full-time basis 8 hours a day on Wednesday to Friday.   

Of course, you will need:

• Relevant experience
• An ACCEQA recognised Diploma in Early Childhood,
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Completed training in Child Protection legislation and its implications for the care and protection of children,
• Current Working with Children Check
• Sound understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law (2010) and the Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011) and Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF)

Experience the KU Difference

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

• Generous annual pay increases,
• 5 additional personal leave days for service-based staff,
• Up to 14 weeks of KU paid parental leave,
• 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,
• Well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplaces,
• Coaching and mentoring from experienced colleagues.

How to apply:

Upload your updated Cover Letter and Resume via the 'APPLY NOW' button.

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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.