Early Childhood Education Assistant - Kuusamon kaupunki - Kuusamo, Finland

Nestled in unique nature, an active and continuously developing vibrant city center with diverse services thrives. Our core values include ensuring well-being through smooth daily routines and safety, community spirit, continuous professional development, and responsible choices. We are seeking an EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION ASSISTANT We are looking for an assistant for early childhood education at Porkkatörmä Daycare (no. 1034) for a fixed-term employment from 2 November 2026 to 17 December 2027. The duties of the early childhood education assistant include supporting tasks in child group work according to the job description. The assistant does not bear full responsibility for education, care, and teaching alone but works together with others to ensure smooth daily routines in early childhood education. Tasks may include assisting with meals, cleaning, laundry, and preparation tasks related to child group work. Qualifications required include a basic degree in education and guidance, social and health care, or an equivalent relevant qualification. Good communication and teamwork skills, as well as work experience with preschool-aged children, are required. Applications should primarily be submitted electronically via www.kuntarekry.fi. Job ID no. 725416. Please scan and attach certificates proving eligibility to the electronic application. Alternatively, applications can be sent to Kuusamo City, Education Department, P.O. Box 9, 93601 KUUSAMO. Original certificates of eligibility must be presented at the possible interview. The selected candidate must provide an acceptable medical certificate of health and a criminal record extract issued within 30 days of the decision. The position is subject to a trial period according to KVTES. Kuusamo City offers employees a staff benefit card (Epass). We develop staff skills, and flexible working hours and remote work options are available where the job description allows.