Educator with a heart in the right place and mud on the boots – maternity cover at Ønskelandet's nursery

Can you find the magic in a puddle, the joy in a little child's first word, and the calm in a busy everyday life full of life?

If so, you might just be the one we’re looking for while one of our wonderful colleagues is on parental leave!

Barnehuset Ønskelandet (Wishland Nursery) is seeking a qualified pedagogue for a parental leave position of 37 hours per week in our nursery with a start on 1 January 2027.

We are looking for a pedagogue who has their heart in the right place, both feet firmly planted at child level – and who isn’t afraid to get mud on their boots, laugh loudly, or come up with something that wasn’t in today’s program.

Who are we?

Barnehuset Ønskelandet is a private, integrated daycare on the edge of Ikast, surrounded by nature, big trees, meadows and plenty of opportunities.

With us there is room to dream – both indoors and outdoors! We have pigs, hens, rabbits, a peacock and plenty of space to explore the world. Here there is room for wide arm movements, small moments, crazy ideas and lots of presence.

Our nursery consists of two rooms, The Elves and The Trolls, with 13 lovely children in each and three adults.

We believe that safety, recognisability and close relationships are the foundation for a good childhood. But we also believe that the best experiences sometimes arise when we dare to grasp the unexpected.

We work with self-reliance, the children’s curiosity and the right to be exactly who you are. And we believe in community. With us you are not just employed in one room – you are part of the whole Wishland.

Who are you?

You are a trained pedagogue and

• Have your heart in your work and a passion for the very youngest.
• Want to experience the world together with the children and follow their curiosity.
• Dare to think creatively, take initiative and contribute with both professionalism and quirky ideas.
• Thrive in close collaboration, where we help each other and are curious about our own practice.
• Can create security, presence and calm – even when the day takes an unexpected turn.
• Have an eye for both the individual child and the big community.
• Are stable, responsible and a colleague you can count on.
• Listen to the children's voices and dare to follow their lead.

And most importantly: You know that working with small children is a big responsibility – and a huge privilege.

What will you get with us?

Even though you are entering a parental leave position, you will become a full member of the community from day one.

You will have colleagues who are passionate about their work, fantastic children, lots of nature, animals right outside the door and a daily life where there is room for both professional immersion, laughter and good ideas.

We do not promise that every day will be calm, that the coffee will always be hot, or that you will come home without sand in your shoes. Instead, we promise that you will become part of a place where we care for one another, the children and the community.

Will you be a part of our everyday life for a while?

We would much rather show you Ønskelandet than just tell you about it! If you’re curious, you are warmly welcome to ring and arrange a visit.

Phone: 22 44 39 09

Send your application and CV to: [email protected]

The position: Parental leave position of 37 hours per week.

Start date: 1 January 2027.

Application deadline: 15 November 2026.

Salary: According to applicable collective agreement.

We read applications on an ongoing basis.

We look forward to meeting you – perhaps you will be our next Ønskeland colleague!