Assistant Manager at Nursery Ungaavaraq

Are you committed to working as an assistant manager with leadership duties and interested in working with children daily? If so, we need you at the nursery 'Ungaavaraq'. We focus on child development in our institution, continuously developing leadership and organization. We prioritize close communication, focusing on the development and well-being of individual children and groups. The Municipality of Sermersooq aims to develop curious, resilient, and happy children, according to Inatsisartut Act No. 62 on pedagogically developmental daycare for preschool children. These principles guide our child development efforts, achieved by discussing our pedagogical goals and how to realize them. Our institution is characterized by: Working based on our objectives, which include: • Developing children based on their skills • Using appreciative pedagogy to develop children at their level and based on their skills • Practicing speech, acquisition, and social skills using the 7 basic principles • Using the Kammagiitta suitcase (anti-bullying materials) in various activities to teach respect, closeness, setting boundaries, and standing up for oneself • Employing pedagogical sports to help children control their motor skills and make decisions. What we offer as a workplace: • Leaders and staff who collaborate, respect each other, and enjoy working together, creating an attractive environment for children and staff • Staff collaborate equally based on their abilities • Our core values are warm and secure relationships between children and staff • Good communication between staff and parents. Expectations for applicants: • Ability to take responsibility and work independently • Willingness to collaborate with citizens and colleagues • Adaptability and willingness to contribute to change • Ability to plan pedagogical development activities • Responsibility in case of staff shortages in rooms or kitchen staff absence • Proficiency in computer use is advantageous but not required • Bilingual in Greenlandic and Danish is an advantage but not required. About the nursery: Nursery Ungaavaraq accommodates 48 children in 4 groups, offering a pleasant atmosphere and good views. The staffing includes 15 positions: Manager, Assistant Manager, 3 Educators, 4 Social Assistants, 4 Assistants, 1 Floater, and 1 Kitchen Assistant. The nursery opened on December 15, 2010. Opening hours are 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, located in central Nuuk in Radiofjeldet. Criminal and Child Record: The position requires obtaining a criminal and child record. Employment can only commence once satisfactory records are received by the municipality. The start date can be agreed upon once the municipality receives the child record from the national police and the criminal record from the police. The child record is obtained by the municipality with the applicant's consent, while the criminal record is obtained by the applicant from the police. Salary and Employment Terms: Salary and employment conditions are in accordance with the current agreement between the Government of Greenland and the relevant negotiating organization. Employment includes a 3-month probationary period. Housing: No staff housing is provided for this position. Further information: If the position interests you, please contact for more detailed information about the position and related tasks: Manager Juliane Hendriksen Tobiassen, phone: +299 36 69 30 or email: juto@sermersooq.gl. Application: Applications marked with Job No. 14-26, including educational certificates and documentation of previous employment, must be uploaded before the deadline. How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the link at the bottom of this page, where you can attach your application and CV.