Early Childhood Education Childcare Worker - Rovaniemen kaupunki - Rovaniemi, Finland

We are seeking a qualified early childhood education childcare worker for a fixed-term employment contract (September 1, 2026 - July 31, 2027) at Käpymetsä Daycare to join our committed work community. Our team consists of professionals passionate about developing early childhood education, and we now need additional support. As an early childhood education childcare worker, your tasks include planning, implementing, and evaluating daily activities for children in collaboration with other professionals. You will create and maintain a positive and encouraging atmosphere. You will work closely with parents and other stakeholders to promote the child's best interests. You will actively participate in pedagogical planning and team development activities. You will support the child's individual development and well-being. We offer: - The opportunity to contribute to developing inspiring early childhood education in Rovaniemi - Opportunities for professional growth and participation in industry training - Interesting and challenging tasks - A work community that values your skills and supports your professional development - Competitive salary and comprehensive employment benefits. We expect: - Sensitive working approach and a desire to develop our shared operational culture - Ability to act proactively and collaboratively with the educational community - Strong commitment to promoting the child's best interests and supporting development - Good cooperation, interaction, and teamwork skills, along with flexibility. Requirements include a basic qualification in education and guidance, social and health care, or an equivalent relevant qualification, including or supplemented with sufficiently extensive studies in child care, education, and teaching. Specific requirements for relevant degrees and study modules are detailed in government regulations. If no qualified applicants meet the eligibility criteria, the position may be filled temporarily, considering other education and work experience in the field or students studying for the profession. Apply if you believe you are the professional we are looking for! Salary is in accordance with KVTES (basic salary 2555.33 €/month). If selected, you will be required to submit a criminal record extract (Act on the Background Checks of Persons Working with Children, 504/2002) and an acceptable medical certificate. The employer has the legal right to request and receive a drug test certificate. The position has a five (5) month probation period. The recruitment process is anonymous. In the initial stage, application responses should not include personal details such as age, native language, or gender. These details are not visible to the hiring manager. The goal is to focus on professional skills and experience through anonymous recruitment. Applications are submitted via the City of Rovaniemi's electronic job portal at www.rovaniemi.fi/rekry. If electronic application is not possible, applications can be sent by mail to: Rovaniemi City, Registry Office, PL 8216, 96101 Rovaniemi. Please specify the position title on the envelope and in the application. The application deadline is June 8, 2026, at 15:00. Late applications will not be considered.