Service Director | Ku South Turramurra Preschool

Full time, permanent leadership opportunity Operates during NSW term time KU South Turramurra Preschool has been a prominent part of the fabric forming the local community for over 60 years. We are so proud of our reputation for excellence in the education and care of children aged 3-5 years old. With amazing outdoor resources and a tranquil leafy setting, our 35 place preschool is looking for a passionate and inspiring leader to join the team.The RoleYou will bring your sound pedagogical knowledge, experience of developing and maintaining relationships with children and families, rostering, mentoring, daily routines, policy implementation whilst building a harmonious working environment.This role will be teaching on the floor 4 days a week and have 1 day a week dedicated to administration duties. You will have support of a dedicated and experienced service administrator as well as the Education and Quality team, education support manager, child protection team, learning and development facilitator and wider support services available across the organisation. The ideal candidate will be available to work 7.6 hours, Monday-Friday during term time, you will receive a generous director's allowance in addition to sector leading payrates. KU South Turramurra regularly engages with the community, but further opportunities exist for this to occur in the wider community, so an experience and interest in engaging with communities is desirable. Experience the KU DifferenceKU offers more benefits than any other employer in the sector, including: Sector leading pay rates, up to 25% above the Award, Generous annual pay increases, 5 additional personal leave days for service-based staff, Up to 14 weeks of KU paid parental leave, Access to variety of salary packaging options, Study assistance and support with ECT accreditation, 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. Of course, you will need: Australian working rights At least 2 years of previous directing experience A current NSW Working with Children Check An ACECQA recognised Early Childhood Teaching degree Completed Child Protection Training as well as demonstrated understanding of current child safe practices Current First Aid and CPR certificates along with current separate approved Asthma and Anaphylaxis Management certificates NESA Teacher Accreditation 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) How to apply? Want to know more? The page is available for you with all things KU recruitment - new roles, KU news and interview tips and tricks. Like and Follow!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.