After-school Activity Instructor

At Pilke, children's learning and growth are supported and created through activity, professionalism, pedagogical expertise, ensuring the child's participation, adaptable learning environments, and an encouraging and motivating atmosphere. We are Finland's largest private daycare chain, with over 2,500 Pilke professionals working in our daycares, preschools, and after-school clubs across Finland. We are looking for a competent and motivated after-school activity instructor for the Laajalahti after-school club in Espoo. The club is located at Laajalahti School, with good transport connections from Leppävaara and Tapiola, among others. Working hours in the after-school club are mainly between 12:00 and 17:00 on weekdays, and the weekly working hours for the position are 18. Work begins on August 7, 2026, or as agreed. The instructor's duties include the planning, implementation, and development of after-school activities for school children together with the after-school club team. Successful performance of the work requires appropriate professional education and skills acquired through experience in working with groups of children. We hope applicants are self-motivated and resourceful, with an energetic and responsible approach to work. You will need fluent Finnish language skills for your work. Other language skills are considered an advantage. We offer you an interesting job, a positive working environment, as well as support and training. As an instructor, you will be able to use your strengths in areas such as sports, handicrafts, nature, creative activities, music, and theater. In our company, you have opportunities for versatile work development and advancement opportunities to various roles. The person selected for the position must present a criminal record extract required for those working with children. Interested? Apply for the position by sending an application by August 9, 2026, at the latest. We process applications and interview candidates during the application period. The position will be filled as soon as a suitable person is found. Would you like to know more about Pilke and our way of operating? The power of gentleness is not just the slogan of Pilke daycares – it describes our way of working and interacting with children and adults. We expect the following from the applicant: - pedagogical expertise - good Finnish language skills - enthusiasm, teamwork skills