Erityisavustaja - Salon Kaupunki - Salo, Finland

The early childhood education services of the City of Salo are seeking a special assistant. A special assistant promotes overall well-being, growth, and health of the child in accordance with their age and development, as well as supporting the child's learning. The special assistant participates in the care, upbringing, and education of children requiring support, in collaboration with other staff and the early childhood education special teacher. In early childhood education services, we actively develop play and learning environments and pedagogical play. As a special assistant in early childhood education, you will be involved in planning and implementing these as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting children's play, smooth daily routines, and participation with your expertise. We are a reliable and stable employer. Staff well-being is a core value for us. In addition to interesting work, we offer staff benefits that support overall well-being and resilience. Benefits include: - Training opportunities - Sports and culture vouchers via Epass - Free guided exercise groups - Staff meal at a discounted price - Clothing allowance (€100) paid throughout the operational year (August–July) for those working during this period. Our work community is diverse, encouraging, and welcoming. We emphasize good leadership. The City of Salo is a smoke-free workplace. The qualification requirement for a special assistant is a relevant degree or other suitable education for the field. We require good communication and teamwork skills, a developmental and flexible approach, as well as perseverance and commitment. The role requires the use of a personal car. The salary level is €2,255 per month. In addition, based on experience, you may receive additional pay according to the collective agreement, and a personal salary increase after six months. The employment begins on August 3, 2026. The primary placement is at Palometsä Daycare. Working hours are 38.25 hours per week. Applicants must provide a health certificate within 30 days of starting work and a criminal record extract as required by law 504/2002 before signing the employment contract. A tuberculosis screening is also required. The trial period is six months, subject to collective agreement conditions. For more information, contact the daycare director Eija Kilpi at 0447787952. For assistance with the application, contact the recruitment unit at rekrytointi@salo.fi. Paper applications can be sent to: City of Salo / Registry Office, PL 77, 24101 SALO. Mark the envelope with "Application / Special Assistant." Paper applications are also entered into the Kuntarekry system. Applications will not be returned. The application deadline is July 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM.