Assistant in early childhood education and care

We are looking in Kerava for a temporary assistant in early childhood education to join Kanniston day care center for the period 01.09.2026–31.05.2027. Join us in Kerava to work alongside a dynamic team in a developing early childhood education setting and in pre-school education. The assistant in early childhood education supports a child in daily routines according to the early childhood education plan, enabling the child to participate equally in group activities, and supports and promotes the child’s growth, learning, and wellbeing as required by the Early Childhood Education Act. The role requires basic knowledge about child development and the needs of supported children, as well as proactive information-seeking, sensitivity, good interaction skills, adaptability, and readiness to support planned educational work for the child. The job requires both psychological and physical capacity to support diverse child development. The role calls for good interpersonal skills and acceptance of diversity. At Kerava, we develop together with the preschool director and educational support staff such as special education teachers and language/cultural teachers and family workers, plus a large group of assistants. We value wellbeing, inclusion, and interactive working culture. Our operations emphasize language awareness and the strengthening of children’s emotional skills, sensitivity, and involvement of children and guardians. We have effective tools for evaluating and developing the quality of early childhood education. In Kerava, we actively develop our learning environments; nearby nature is an integral part of early childhood education and pre-school learning environments. In Kerava, digital learning tools (smartphones, tablets, smart boards) are used in pedagogical activities and child portfolios are documented digitally. Our basic preschool structures are in place; daycare units are of a suitable size, staffing resources are good, and substitute arrangements work well. Our work reflects Kerava’s values: humanity, participation, and courage. The day care director is present in daily life, making it easy for staff to be heard. We celebrate successes together and help each other. Kerava has a strong history of participatory, dialogic, and developmental culture, with a curiosity to try new things and take risks. At Kerava, staff are valued and benefits include an annual clothing allowance of 150 euros and supervision/meals benefits. To succeed in the role, we expect strong communication skills, sensitivity, adaptability, innovation, and a positive working attitude. We offer opportunities to utilize special skills and grow through Kerava’s diverse professional additional trainings. We in Kerava approach staff education positively and support studies. In Kerava, you’ll work with an energetic team of professionals in a city that is small in size but offers a collaborative environment. The city provides good conditions for education and teaching and for developing them further. Requirements follow the Finnish Varhaiskasvatuslaki (540/2018) chapter 6. The required education is a Vocational Qualification or Specialist Vocational Qualification. Pay and other terms are determined according to KVTES. A four-month probation period applies. If suitable applicants are not found, we also consider students and candidates without formal qualifications. Before starting, the successful applicant must present a criminal background check as required by law. A tuberculosis screening is required for those working with underage children.