About US

KU Children's Services (KU) is a leading NFP provider of nearly 130 early childhood education and care services in NSW, VIC, the ACT and QLD. KU is one of Australia’s most experienced and respected providers of long day care, preschool, outside school hours care, family programs and early intervention services.

The Role

We are looking for a passionate Education Support Manager that will strive for equitable outcomes and facilitate the effective inclusion of all children in quality educational programs in KU services.

The role will be based out of our central office in the heart of Sydney’s CBD however, travel to KU services in the Sydney region will be required. This is a permanent 4 day per week position.

Your primary responsibilities will be:

• Support KU service educators to identify children’s abilities and needs, and support children and families to access relevant assessment and early childhood intervention
• Assist in the development of training packages for services as required and fulfil presenter commitments of the KU Equity, Education and Support Team
• Support the provision of quality programs and practices in all KU services
• Facilitate effective inclusion of all children in KU services
• Contribute positively to the operations of KU and the realisation of the organisational Strategic Plan
• Support the Manager of Equity, Education and Support with the provision of Education Support to KU services

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, you should have:

• A degree in early childhood education and postgraduate qualifications in special education or inclusive education
• A current Working with Children Check
• A driver’s licence and use of a registered and comprehensively insured motor vehicle
• Knowledge of the early childhood sector, including experience and knowledge of the National Quality Framework
• Knowledge of the early childhood intervention sector and the current issues affecting service provision
• Knowledge of child protection legislation and its implications for the care and protection of children
• Knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety legislation and safety issues relating to children
• Current approved First Aid Certificate (preferable)
• Demonstrated computer literacy, including experience working with online systems and the Microsoft Office package
• Demonstrated professional level of written and verbal communication skills

COVID19 Vaccination

At KU, the safety and wellbeing of our employees, the children in our care and their families remains our highest priority. This is at the forefront of all that we do, and we welcome applications from candidates who share this spirit. It is a condition of employment that KU staff members are required to hold full COVID-19 vaccination.

Unlocking Endless Possibilities

KU has been awarded Employer of Choice each year since 2016, and is committed to continuing the development of a workplace culture of inclusion and diversity. We actively promote the employment of people from across the spectrum of society.

We encourage applications from people with a disability, and from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Through communicating individual needs during the application process it allows KU to adapt your recruitment processes to meet an individual’s physical or cultural requirements. We encourage you to talk to us about what your needs are to make your interview a success.

• We Reward - We offer sector leading pay and benefits including salary packaging and discounted private health insurance.
• We Build Careers - We enable and encourage our people to grow and evolve with us.
• We Grow Our People - We provide opportunities to learn, grow and enhance your professional practice through KU’s high quality professional learning program.
• We Offer an Inclusive Culture - We’ve created a diverse and inclusive working culture with a shared vision and common values.

How do you apply?

If the above resonates with you and you feel you can positively contribute to this close-knit team, please click the 'Apply Now' button to be taken to the application form!

For inquiries, contact Sarah, HR Generalist via [email protected] using the subject line: Education Support Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs (please note: applications are not accepted via this email).

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.