Early Childhood Education Social Work Developer

We are seeking the Laajavuoren day care centre, part of Jokiuoman operations unit, for a motivated and professional Early Childhood Education Social Work Developer (sosionomi) to support the unit’s community spirit, children's well-being, participation and a safe learning environment. The role emphasizes anti-bullying work, supporting children's emotional and peer skills, parents' involvement and development. You will participate in multi-professional teamwork and, when necessary, guide families to other child and family services. Key areas include implementing early childhood education, contributing to unit planning, implementation and evaluation; wellbeing work focusing on social and peer skills, early identification of needs related to wellbeing, growth and development; interaction and collaboration with families and guardians, as well as professional communication within teams; evaluation and development of unit operations from a social pedagogical perspective, and ensuring practices that support participation and wellbeing in cooperation with staff. What we expect from you: knowledge of the early childhood education plan and the Early Childhood Education Act, teamwork skills, ability to support children’s social and peer skills and parenting strengths and challenges, experience with early childhood education methods related to wellbeing, growth and development, an autonomous and developmental work approach, ability to promote communality, participation and equality, excellent written and spoken Finnish. What we offer: flexible work you can tailor to your strengths and skills; opportunity to plan and implement high-quality early childhood education; good opportunities for continued education and professional development; peer-mentoring group support for developers; responsible work guided by planning and clear objectives; diverse staff benefits including wellness, culture, wellbeing benefits and meal and commuting benefits. Apply through our recruitment system and we will contact you as soon as possible; interviews may start during the application period. Join us in building high-quality early childhood education and promoting children’s wellbeing and participation.Employment details: Qualification required: Early Childhood Education Social Worker (as per the Early Childhood Education Act); Finnish language proficiency required in writing and speaking; terms of service governed by the Municipal standard collective agreement (KVTES); Salary: 3113–3218 EUR/month (indexing for August included); prior experience-based pay increase of 3–8%. Police background check required; tuberculosis screening for staff in contact with under- school-aged children. Number of positions: 1; Probation: half of fixed-term period; Employment type: Full-time; Working hours: according to applicable collective agreement; Contact: Day care centre director Heli Olkkonen (050-3026746, heli.olkkonen@vantaa.fi, 8–16), Anne Kattelus (040-5587151, anne.kattelus@vantaa.fi, 8–15). We value equality and inclusivity and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Closing date: 16:00 on 21.08.2026; recruitment may include a video interview. Application link: https://vantaa.rekrytointi.com/paikat/index.php?jid=18546&o=A_RJ