Educator wanted for Angerlarsimaffik Qasapermiut

1  Educator  sought for Angerlarsimaffik Qasapermiut in Sisimiut.

Are you passionate about working with foster children and do you want to make a difference in a young environment in everyday life? Then you are the one we are looking for.

Start date 1 Oct 2026, or by agreement.

About Qasapermiut 
Qasapermiut is located in Sisimiut, Greenland. Qasapermiut is under the Department of Social Affairs, Family and Justice for neglected children and youth aged 13 to 17 years and aftercare 18 – 23 years. The foster children have had a childhood marked by neglect and come from all over Greenland.
Our closest partners are Isikkivik and Pilutaq.
The pedagogy at Qasapermiut is based on a cognitive, resource-oriented and appreciative approach in a structured environment also including hunting life. We emphasize that they have a stable everyday life with schooling, leisure interests, and a social life outside the institution.
On weekends and holidays, we try to offer the children good experiences in nature in the form of cabin trips, hunting and skiing trips, as well as participating in various events in the city.
Reference

The educator's closest reference is the Department Heads in Qasapermiut.

We expect:
●    That you are stable/robust and engaged in your work.
●    That you can work in a structured manner and be a clear adult.
●    That you have experience working with foster children.
●    That you have a pedagogical education or experience in working with foster children and youth.
●    That you can participate in planning and creating meaningful activities for the children and youth.
●    That you are willing to go on colony and project trips to the villages for up to 9 days at a time.
●    That you can work varying hours, e.g. morning, evening, and night shifts.
●    That you participate in the development of pedagogical development plans in collaboration with the nearest leader and the other staff.
●    That you are involved in the development of pedagogical treatment plans, status reports, and status writings regarding children and youth.

We can offer:
●    An exciting and versatile job in an environment where there is a focus on professionalism and social interaction.
●    Professional development through teaching and supervision.
●    A workplace where you have the opportunity to contribute and realize ideas regarding the children and youth.
●    Appreciative colleagues who are ready to provide collegial support and supervision is provided.
The working hours are 40 hours per week.

Criminal record/Child certificate:
This position is covered by the law on the obligation to obtain a criminal record/child certificate. According to the law, employment can only begin when Qasapermiut has obtained a criminal record/child certificate.
The criminal record/child certificate will be included in the assessment of who should be hired for the position.

Further information
If you want to know more about the positions, you are welcome to contact Principal Ânâ- Grethe Klein email. anag@nanoq.gl phone: 382095
Application deadline: 11/9-2026.

 

Salary and employment conditions
Salary - and employment conditions, including the right to travel for recruitment and relocation, in accordance with the agreement/collective agreement applicable at the time of commencement between the Government of Greenland and the relevant negotiating organization.
For an applicant with the right documented competencies, employment may occur as a special consultant, chief consultant, or senior advisor in accordance with the applicable collective agreement.

Housing                                                                     
Unfurnished staff housing can be assigned for the position according to the applicable rules at any time. Housing cannot be assigned to individuals who already have staff housing or another housing owned by the municipality or the Government of Greenland. Rent and deposit are paid according to the applicable rules for the assigned 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 housing, ownership conditions, etc. There may be a waiting period for the assignment of permanent staff housing, which is why temporary accommodation may occur, including in smaller shared housing or hotel apartments, for which taxation occurs. It is not possible to keep larger pets such as dogs or cats in staff or temporary housing.

Submit application, CV, educational and course certificates, as well as other relevant documents by clicking "Send application".
We do not accept applications via email.