Sundhøj Børnehus is seeking 2 pedagogical assistants

Do you want to make a difference for children every single day?

We are seeking two pedagogical assistants for Sundhøj Børnehus. One position is to be filled as soon as possible, and the other from 1 December 2026.

About us

In Sundhøj Børnehus we believe that children develop best when they are met by adults who create safety, presence and meaningful communities. We are an integrated institution with a nursery and a kindergarten spread over two departments in Sundhøj and Vindeby.

Our pedagogical work is based on the NEST principles, neuroaffective developmental psychology and sensory-moter understanding. We deliberately work to create clear and predictable learning environments where all children feel they belong, participate and have meaning. We meet children with curiosity and always try to understand what lies behind the behavior. Together with the children we work on developing relationships, self-understanding and new ways of acting.

For us, community is the focal point. We believe that children develop through participation in meaningful relationships, and that strong adult communities create the best conditions for children's well-being, learning and development.

A typical day may include play in the forest, trips to the Sea Witch's Hole, creative projects, immersion in smaller communities or attentive interaction in the children’s own play. We actively use nature and the local community as part of our learning environments and base our approach on the children’s perspectives, curiosity and initiatives.

What you will get with us

• engaged and professionally curious colleagues
• a workplace characterized by trust, collaboration and psychological safety
• opportunities for sparring, reflection and professional development
• a workplace where we develop practice together
• accessible leadership and clear professional direction
• great influence on everyday life and the pedagogical learning environments
• a daily life close to the forest, beach and local communities

What we want all children to experience with us

• being seen, heard and understood
• experiencing present, caring and authentic adults
• feeling safe and as a meaningful part of the community
• being met with recognition and respect
• experiencing joy, play and good moments of meeting in everyday life
• receiving support, guidance and care when life is difficult
• experiencing that there is room for their personality, ideas and needs.

We are looking for you who

• meet children with warmth, patience and respect
• can create safe relationships and be present in the company of the children
• are clear, caring and authentic in the role as an adult
• take shared responsibility for the community among children, parents and colleagues
• have an eye for children's resources, interests and development potential
• can contribute to inspiring and playful learning environments
• are curious about your own practice and desire professional development
• thrive in a work community where we help each other and lift the task together
• want to use nature as an active part of everyday life.

We are looking for employees who, together with us, will create participation opportunities, strong communities and good childhoods for all children.

About Sundhøj Børnehus and Øbakkerne

Sundhøj Børnehus is part of Øbakkerne, which consists of seven daycare houses with a common professional orientation, strong development communities and a focus on high quality in early childhood education. Øbakkerne collectively hosts almost 450 children, 70 staff, seven pedagogical team leaders and one daycare manager.

If you would like to experience the atmosphere with us, you are very welcome to contact

Nina Sloth Bang-Madsen

Pedagogical team leader

Phone: 29 48 17 58

Please feel free to send a text message to arrange a visit.

There are vacancies in both kindergarten and nursery. Please indicate in your application whether you are interested in one or both areas, as well as your desired working hours.

Application deadline: October 22, 2026

Interviews: October 28, 2026

We look forward to receiving your application.

In Svendborg Municipality, the salary for this type of position typically ranges between DKK 33,892 and DKK 40,885 per month at full-time employment. The salary includes pension, special holiday allowance and fixed allowances. There may also be shift allowances and other special payments. It is important to note that your exact salary is determined by your experience, seniority and competencies and is negotiated with the relevant professional organization.

Svendborg Municipality has smoke-free working hours. We want smoke-free working time to contribute to a healthy working environment for all employees.

Welcome to Svendborg - the capital of the archipelago!

Svendborg has a superb location in the heart of the most beautiful nature, on the edge of the South Funen Archipelago and with a mini-metropolis that offers it all. We do not hesitate to proudly call Svendborg the cultural capital of Funen. We have a charming town center and a lively commercial town with theaters and museums as well as a rich association life.

Our daycare and primary schools are top-rated with a particular focus on movement and sport, and we have several higher education institutions that will soon be gathered in an attractive educational environment by the harbor. Svendborg is located in the middle of the country with a half hour to Odense and under two hours to Copenhagen and Aarhus. With around 60,000 inhabitants, Svendborg Municipality is Funen's second-largest municipality.