Job Description

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KU FW Kerr Kindergarten - KU FW Kerr | Kindergarten & Childcare in Ferntree Gully

As a sessional kindergarten, we provide a high quality, government-funded kindergarten program tailored to each child’s needs in a family-focussed and supportive way. We believe in the importance of childhood and create a safe, joyful and nurturing environment where childhood is celebrated.

FW Kerr provides 30 places to the community offering combined 3 year old and 4 year old sessions on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30am-1:00pm. There is a separate 4 year old group on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30am-4:00pm.

The Role

We are looking for a Certificate III qualified educator to join the team on a parental leave cover contract until December 2027 and work with the session on Tuesdays and Thursdays with non-contact planning time on Fridays.

Workings hours are as follows:

- Tuesday – 8:30am-4:00pm
- Thursday – 8:30am-4:00pm
- Friday – 9:30am-12:00pm

This role will suit someone who values the importance of building strong relationships with both children and their families and is a great team player.

You will also have access to picking up additional casual hours on Monday and Wednesday if desired.

Candidates Require

- Australian working rights

- A current and valid VIC Working with Children Check

- An ACECQA recognised Cert III qualification
- A National Child Safety Training Certificate




- Completed training in Child Protection including National Child Safety Training
- Frist Aid and CPR Certificates
- Separate Asthma and Anaphylaxis Certificates
- Working knowledge of the Victorian Early Years Learning Frameworks (VEYLF)
- Sound understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law (2010) and the Education and Care Services National Regulations (2011)

About Applying

If this sounds like an opportunity you would like to explore, please submit your applications in only three steps:

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2. Upload a copy of your updated cover letter outlining how you meet the criteria
3. Upload a copy of your updated resume

For inquiries, please contact Sarah, People Services Partner on 02 9268 3959 or via [email protected] (please note applications are not accepted via this email).

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KU Child Safe Statement of Commitment

KU Children’s Services is a child safe organisation committed to protecting children from harm and abuse. The safety, rights and best interests of children are paramount and inform all aspects of our decision-making. Our longstanding commitment to child safety and wellbeing is demonstrated by our zero tolerance for child abuse, a solid culture of reporting concerns, and respect for children’s voices and participation. We embed the Child Safe Standards in everyday practice, comply with child safe legislation, and foster a culture in which children are safe, valued and heard.

📌 Certificate III ChildCare Educator | KU FW Kerr Kindergarten (Ferntree Gully)
🏢 Ku Children'S Services
📍 Ferntree Gully