Job Description The Service 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 ofSecurity 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 Fixed term contract for 12 months working 8 hours per day Thursday and Friday. You will also have access to joining our casual pool if desired. Of course, you will need: Australian working rights A current NSW Working with Children Check An ACECQA recognised Diploma Completed training in Child Protection legislation Current First Aid and CPR certificate Sound understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law (2010) 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, 5 additional personal leave days for service-based staff, Discounted ChildCare Fees Rostered days off for relevant roles, Up to 15 weeks of KU paid parental leave in addition to Government entitlements 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, Blue Light Discount Card 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: Please submit your updated Cover Letter and CV via the 'APPLY NOW' button. Want to know more? Please email our careers team for assistance via careers@ku.com.au ( 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.
