Stadt St.Gallen
St.Gallen
Civil Service Deployment in Day Care 100%
- 11 September 2026
- 100%
- St.Gallen
Job summary
Join the City of St. Gallen as a civil service volunteer! Support children's development in a vibrant environment.
Tasks
- Assist group leaders in daily care of children aged 4-13.
- Engage in activities like homework help, meals, and crafts.
- Perform organizational tasks and minor maintenance work.
Skills
- Commit to at least six months, working 42 hours weekly.
- Enjoy working with children and fostering their diverse growth.
- Team player with a flexible and reliable work approach.
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About the job
Your Role
At one of the 15 day care locations in the city of St. Gallen, you will support the group leaders as a civil service volunteer in the daily care of children aged 4 – 13 years. Your main task is to assist in caring for the children (e.g. playing indoors and outdoors, helping with homework, shared meals, crafting, storytelling). You will also perform organisational and domestic tasks (e.g. setting and clearing tables, assisting in the kitchen, disposing of waste properly) and carry out small maintenance jobs. If necessary, you will also participate in team meetings or supervisions.
The deployment lasts at least six months. The working hours are 42 hours per week; weekend and night work do not apply. During the deployment, the courses "Care of Children 1", "Care of Children 2" and "Communication and Care" are mandatory.
This position is for you if you
- Bring openness and joy in dealing with children as well as an interest in their lively and diverse development.
- Enjoy working in a team and want to engage in a varied, diverse and dynamic working environment.
- Maintain an appreciative, reliable and flexible working style.
Good reasons to work for the city of St. Gallen:
Our selection process
For further information, please contact Anja Herzog at telephone 071 224 56 15. Please submit your complete application exclusively online.
We value diversity in all its forms and look forward to your perspective.