Childminder in Ørnhøj

Become a childminder in Ørnhøj – a job with high job satisfaction, presence and freedom in everyday life Do you want to make a difference for the youngest children?

Then it might be you we are looking for as a childminder in Ørnhøj.

As a childminder you will become an important part of small children's everyday life. You follow their development closely and create safe frameworks for play, learning and community. At the same time you get great influence on your workday and the opportunity to create a everyday life with balance between work and private life.

A nationwide study shows that childminders are among the occupations that experience the greatest job satisfaction. We understand that. Every day you will be met by curious children who look forward to exploring the world with you, whether in the garden, on the playground or on trips in the local area.

You are not alone

Although you work in your own home, you become part of a strong professional community.

You regularly meet with your colleagues in playgroup groups, where you share experiences and brainstorm about daily life. In addition you get support from a mentor in the startup period, a childminder consultant and your safety and work environment representative.

We ensure you get a good start with an intro day and close support in the first period, so you feel well prepared and get started well in the role as a childminder.

Come and meet us in Ørnhøj

Are you curious about the job but would like to hear more before you apply?

On 5 November 2026 Dagplejen opens its doors in Ørnhøj Hall, Halkjærvej 8, 6973 Ørnhøj.

Here you can meet childminders, a childminder consultant and the head of Dagplejen and have an informal talk about the job and everyday life as a childminder.

We are looking for you who

• want to work with children aged 0-3 years
• are caring, present and responsible
• can create safe and developing environments for the children
• thrive with independence and responsibility
• want professional development.

Experience as a childminder is not a requirement. The most important thing is that you have the will and commitment.

Short about the job

• You care for a group of four children and, in periods, a guest child.
• You create a safe and developing everyday life for the children.
• You receive ongoing sparring from your childminder consultant.
• Your own child under 2 years and 9 months can participate in the child group.
• Your home and any garden must be approved for day care.

We offer

• 60% tax deduction for wear, consumption and meals.
• About 7 weeks of leave per year through holidays, compensatory leave and extra days off.
• Training in ICDP and good opportunities for competency development.
• A strong professional community.
• A meaningful job where you make a difference for children and families every day.

Working hours

The opening hours are 48 hours per week and are determined within the time frame 06:00-18:00 based on the families' needs. Typically opening hours are between 06:30-16:30 Monday to Thursday and 06:30-14:30 Friday.

Have questions?

We would very much like to have an informal chat about the job and what it’s like to be a day care provider.

Feel free to contact the professional coordinator Anna Bente Damgård at phone 22 47 41 14 . You can also text if we don’t answer.

Employment and application

The position is to be filled as soon as possible.

Application deadline

15 November 2026.

Interviews are expected to be held on Thursday 17 November 2026.

You apply for the position via Herning Municipality's website by clicking on "Apply for the position" .

In connection with the employment, a child and criminal record check is obtained, and your home must be approved for day care.

Salary and terms of employment

Salary and terms of employment follow the applicable collective agreement for day care providers.

Additionally we offer

• Fixed annual allowance of approx. 6,380 DKK.
• Local annual allowance of approx. 2,850 DKK.
• Local annual allowance of approx. 1,750 DKK after the first part of the ICDP training and a total annual allowance of approx. 4,300 DKK upon completing ICDP training.

We look forward to hearing from you and hopefully welcoming a new colleague to the day care in Ørnhøj.

In Herning Municipality we emphasize equality and diversity and encourage all qualified applicants to apply. Salaries and terms of employment are set according to the applicable collective agreement, including the fixed provisions regarding local pay formation. We follow the principles of pay transparency, and you can find information about the salary level in Herning Municipality via this link: KRL . We process your personal data in accordance with GDPR and therefore only accept applications through our recruitment system. Click on APPLY FOR THE POSITION at the top to apply for this position.