Early Childhood Social Worker

The position is for a permanent placement in the Ylästö day care center (Ylästön päiväkoti) in Vantaa within the Education and Learning department. As an early childhood social worker you will be part of a multidisciplinary team, responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating pedagogical activities together with other professionals. You will share responsibility for family collaboration and focus on community, inclusion and children’s well-being, guiding families and guardians as part of everyday practice. The unit emphasizes inclusive leadership and a supportive atmosphere, with a strong emphasis on participation and well-being of children and families. The team consists of 17 early childhood professionals plus support staff, and operations are overseen by a co-leadership model where governance is shared between a day care director for personnel and one for pedagogy. The role includes developing services and new approaches to enhance child and family well-being. Work takes place in a 2–4 year olds group together with an early childhood teacher and a childminder. The position is 38 h 15 min per week, full-time with a 6-month probationary period. Salary: 3113–3218 EUR per month, with 3–8% experience-based allowance. Required checks include criminal background certificate and TB screening for those working with under- school-age children. To apply, use the municipal recruitment system. The city of Vantaa supports employee wellbeing and professional development with a broad network of multi-professional collaboration, including staff benefits such as meal allowance and commuting benefits, and opportunities to participate in cultural events. We value diverse backgrounds and encourage applicants from different ages, genders and linguistic/cultural backgrounds.