Educator

Educator sought for Angerlarsimaffik Pilutaq in Sisimiut

Employment: May 1, 2026, or by agreement

Do you want to help make a difference for young girls who need safe adults around them?

At Angerlarsimaffik Pilutaq in Sisimiut, we are looking for educators who are passionate about relationship work and who want to create stability, presence, and good experiences in everyday life for our girls aged 11 to 17.

About us

Pilutaq is a nationwide residential institution under the Department of Social Affairs, Family and Justice.

Here live girls aged 11–17, each carrying their own story. Some have experienced betrayal, and many need adults who dare to be both clear, stable, and present.

Our educational approach is cognitive, resource-oriented, and appreciative in a structured and homely environment.

We work on the premise that relationships and trust are the key to development – and that safety, humor, and care can create change.

Everyday life at Pilutaq includes both fixed routines and good experiences. We emphasize that the girls have a stable daily life with schooling, leisure interests, and an active social life in the city.

On weekends and holidays, we go on cabin and ski trips, hunting trips, and colony stays in the villages, where nature becomes a part of the educational work.

• Your tasks Create a daily life with stability, care, and presence
• Support the girls in developing confidence, independence, and responsibility.
• Work pedagogically and document in collaboration with colleagues and the department head.
• Participate in the preparation of development plans, treatment plans, and status reports.
• Plan and conduct meaningful activities for the girls.
• Participate in colonies and project trips of up to 14 days at a time.
• Work in varying shifts, including morning, evening, night shifts, and on-call duties.
• We expect that you are a trained educator.
• – or has relevant experience with placed children and young people
• Is stable, robust, and committed
• Can create structure while also meeting the girls with warmth and clarity.
• Has a recognizing and respectful approach
• Has knowledge of Greenlandic cultural values and traditions.
• Thrives in an environment where professionalism, collaboration, and humor go hand in hand.
• We offer An exciting and versatile job in an environment focused on professionalism and development
• Professional sparring and supervision
• A warm and engaged work community where you are seen, heard, and valued.
• Opportunity to contribute with your own ideas and be a co-creator of a safe home for the girls.

Salary and employment conditions

Salary and employment conditions, including the right to travel for joining and leaving and relocation of personal belongings, in accordance with the agreement/collective agreement applicable at the time of commencement between the Government of Greenland and the relevant negotiating organization.

Housing

An unfurnished staff housing can be allocated for the position according to the applicable rules at any given time. Housing cannot be allocated to individuals who already have staff housing or another property owned by the municipality or the Government of Greenland. Rent and deposit are paid according to the applicable rules for the allocated housing. The staff housing is linked to the employment relationship and must be vacated upon termination of the employment relationship.

Rent and housing standards may vary depending on the age of the property, ownership conditions, etc. There may be a waiting period for the allocation of permanent staff housing, which is why temporary accommodation may occur, including in smaller co-housing communities or hotel apartments, for which taxation applies. It is not possible to keep larger pets, such as dogs or cats, in staff or temporary housing.

• Practical Working hours: 40 hours per week
• Reference: Department Head at Pilutaq
• Criminal and child certificate: Must be obtained before employment in accordance with the law.
• Application deadline: April 30, 2026
• Contact person: Principal Miacecilia Munch Ingemann 📧 Email: Forst@pilutaq.gl
• 📞 Mobile: +299 58 03 32

We believe that all children and young people can develop when they are met by adults who dare to show both clarity and heart. If you can see yourself in this – we look forward to hearing from you.

Submit your application, CV, educational and course certificates, as well as other relevant documents by clicking "Submit application."

We do not accept applications via email.