Childcare Specialist 40%

KZU Kompetenzzentrum Pflege und Gesundheit

Im Bächli 1, 8303 Bassersdorf

Key information

Publication date:05 January 2026
Workload:40%
Contract type:Permanent position
Place of work:Im Bächli 1, 8303 Bassersdorf

Job summary

In the Kita Rägebogefisch in Bassersdorf, children from three months to school entry are cared for. This role offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for creativity and growth.

Tasks

Lead a children's group according to the Kita's educational principles.
Ensure age-appropriate care and development for the children.
Organize and plan daily group activities and engage with parents.

Skills

Completed education in childcare or social pedagogy with experience.
Enjoyment and empathy in working with children are essential.
Dynamic, reliable, and flexible personality required.

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At the Kita Rägebogefisch in Bassersdorf, children from three months up to school entry are cared for in a total of 12 places. More information can be found at www.kzu-kita.ch.

Independent management of the children's group in consultation with the management/group leader/team according to the socio-pedagogical principles of the Kita and the requirements and guidelines of the KZU
Ensuring age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate care and support of the children
Planning and organizing the daily group routine
Maintaining dialogue with parents and guardians, conducting development discussions
Bringing in creative ideas
Promoting and supporting apprentices in collaboration with the vocational trainer
Participating in intergenerational projects and parent events

Completed basic training as a childcare specialist, early childhood educator, social pedagogue, or equivalent recognized pedagogical training with professional experience
Joy, empathy, and patience in dealing with children
Open, flexible, and warm personality
Dynamic and physically fit as well as reliable, motivated, and committed
Excellent German language skills

Ms. Sabrina Jung
Recruitment Staff
Phone +41 43 266 51 35

The KZU, with its two in-house Kitas, operates two nursing centers in Bassersdorf and Embrach as well as three nursing apartments in Nürensdorf and Winkel. It primarily offers a home to elderly, care-dependent people and, in addition to various specialized services, a wide range of outpatient services. The KZU employs around 600 staff, including 75 apprentices and students in 17 different professional groups.