Childcare Educator

About us

UOW Pulse is a not for profit organisation that enhances campus life for students and staff through events, entertainment and experiences. We are a proud Child Safe Organisation and take the safety of children and young people that we employ, support and care for seriously, and have a zero tolerance for child abuse. We have strict guidelines, policies, procedures, processes and training in place to support our teams in interacting with and working alongside children and young people. The wellbeing of children and young people is at the forefront of what we do and the decisions we make. Hear what the children at Kids’ Uni have to say.

The role 

We’re seeking dedicated diploma qualified educators to provide high quality education and care to our children. We have multiple positions available to work across our services in Wollongong: 

• Kids Uni North – 1 x fulltime role 

• Kids Uni CBD – 1 x fulltime role 

• Kids Uni CBD – 1x full time - Max term (12 months) 

Both services operate above regulations, ratios and required qualifications. We pride ourselves on our child-focused philosophy and our practices that keep children and families at the centre of all we do. All breaks are paid, training opportunities are paid at overtime rates, and as a full time educator, you’ll be entitled to approximately 8 weeks of leave per year (pro rata)– between annual leave, time off in lieu and concessional days (extra days off between Christmas and New Year’s Eve).

What you’ll need to apply

• Qualified with a Diploma in Early Childhood.
• Hold a current paid Working with Children Check.
• Hold a current HLTAID004 First Aid Certificate.
• Be willing to undertake any additional training requirements for the role. 

To apply, upload a current resume and cover letter outlining why you believe you're a good fit for the role along with copies of your qualifications.

Applications close on Sunday 1st November at 7pm. 

UOW Pulse reserves the right to interview candidates and fill the position prior to the closing date if a suitable applicant is found

UOW Pulse is the social hub of the University of Wollongong. We offer entertainment and activities, food and retail, children’s services, student engagement, sport, recreation and much more. We offer a quality community to complement the student’s academic life with our sole purpose being to create the ultimate dynamic and engaging campus environment to enhance the community university campus experience. UOW Pulse prides itself on living its individual values of Support, Community, Agility, Quality and Play, within and incorporating the values of Integrity, Passion, Courage, Excellence and Collaboration.

Kids Uni is run by UOW Pulse Ltd. Kids Uni is a highly respected early childhood education provider, offering quality care to families across the Wollongong area. Kids Uni provides a range of high quality services including long day care and an Early Intervention Service. As one of the leading providers of early education in the Wollongong Region, we have all four of our centres rated as ‘Exceeding’ the National Quality Standard under the National Quality Framework.