Childcare Worker in Early Childhood Education

We are seeking a childcare worker for the Lekis day care in Kuusankoski, Kouvola. The position is a fixed-term part-time job at 50% through 22 December 2026 and continues as a full-time role from 2 January 2027 to 30 June 2027. The day care offers Swedish-language early childhood education and preschool activities in a safe and inspiring environment. The facility is small, homely and located in a historic building that fosters creativity. Nature-based activities are important, and we highlight Finland-Swedish culture and traditions as a natural part of our work. We aim for child-centered, individualized, and language-stimulating pedagogy, with respect, relationships, safety and participation always present. The role involves working in Swedish with the goal of positive language learning. Requirements include: childcare worker, child leader, nursing assistant, or another equivalent education; we welcome applicants even if you lack formal education but have field experience. We offer a pleasant and collaborative work community with access to staff benefits such as occupational health care via Mehiläinen and ePassi, plus dedicated training days to support professional development. Salary is in accordance with the private early childhood education collective agreement. Apply via the electronic application form. The chosen candidate for work with minors must present a criminal record extract and tuberculosis screening. Folkhälsan is a smoke-free workplace. For questions contact unit manager Eeva Lavonen at eeva.lavonen@folkhalsan.fi or +358 45 2374 665. We actively promote equality and value diversity, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds. The application deadline is 11.09.2026 at 14:00. Read more about us at Daghemmet Lekis - Folkhälsan.