Early Childhood Social Worker

The job is a permanent position at Ylästö Daycare Center in Vantaa. The early childhood social worker participates as a member of a multidisciplinary team in planning, implementing, and evaluating pedagogical activities, and is responsible for parenting cooperation with families. The role emphasizes sociality, belonging, and child wellbeing, with opportunities to develop services and new practices to promote wellbeing and community. The unit employs 17 early childhood professionals and various support staff. The work includes flexible collaboration with the preschool teacher and a child caregiver, focusing on children aged 2–4, in a 6-group daycare center near Ylästö School, with proximity to parks and nature. We value responsive, sensitive interaction and opportunities for children to influence matters concerning them. The position reports to the daycare director. Salary is 3113–3218 EUR per month, with experience-based increments (3–8%). Requirements include the valid qualification for early childhood social work and compliance with municipal collective agreements. The application process may include video interviews; start date is 01.09.2026 or per agreement. Contact Suvi Pekkola (Pekkolä Suvi) at 0503124574 or suvi.pekkola@vantaa.fi. The city of Vantaa supports staff wellbeing and equality. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.