Assistant in Early Childhood Education

The Metsäkankaan day care center focuses on child well-being. Our approach starts with positive thinking and recognizing strengths and what is good. If you also have a positive work attitude and want to be part of an inspiring and developing work community, join us at Mettikselle! It is important for us to have a positive attitude and enthusiasm for work and a desire to develop professionally. Good communication and teamwork skills support Mettis’s safe and warm growth environment. We operate daily in small groups and move in nature weekly with attention to sustainable living; care, impact, enjoyment and well-being. Prior experience working with children needing support is an advantage. Please note your eligibility in the application. Original certificates will be checked in a possible interview. Applicants must present a criminal background check as required by the Act on Background Check for Persons Working with Children (504/2002) before taking up the position. Tuberculosis exposure risk must be assessed for those working with preschool-aged children. A drug testing certificate may be requested from the applicant. The probation period is 1 month. Lahti City is a responsible employer, offering diverse employee benefits. Applications via the Kuntarekry.fi system by 9.9.2026 at 15:00. Welcome to learn about our employees’ everyday life. Early childhood education belongs to the education service area, which is renewing, values expertise, and is an active partner in collaboration.