Place of work:

In Østre Toten municipality, kindergarten is a separate service area under the municipal area of upbringing.

Nordli kindergarten is approved for 90 units divided into 4 departments. We are a total of 13 employees with different skills and experience. A good and safe working environment for all employees and a safe and good kindergarten environment for all children is something we work on continuously - hand in hand. Both are important for creating a culture of quality, safety, well-being, respect, mastery, diversity and inclusion. We need more skilled employees with good relationship skills and who have knowledge of - and take children's rights seriously.

Oliviabakken kindergarten is located in pleasant surroundings in Skreia. The kindergarten's local environment facilitates varied play, mastery and activity. We focus on children's best interests and a safe and good learning environment for all children. We are a kindergarten that is committed to facilitating children's development and well-being. Our employees are competent with a lot of experience from kindergarten.

Hoffsvangen kindergarten is a base kindergarten with space for 88 units - we are divided into two bases, with 1-2 year olds at Låven, and 3-6 year olds at Fjøset. We are 16 employees with a lot of expertise in the kindergarten field, and with long experience in the sector. At Hoffsvangen, we are constantly working to increase our expertise in important subject areas related to the kindergarten sector.

Facts about the positions:

In Nordli kindergarten there is a vacant 100% temporary position from 01.08.2026 to 31.07.2027 with the possibility of permanent employment and a 100% temporary position from 01.08.2026 to 30.07.2027. From 01.11.2026, an additional 40% permanent position is leased.

In Hoffsvangen kindergarten there is a vacant 40% permanent position from 01.08.2026

In Oliviabakken kindergarten there is a vacant 60% temporary position in the period 01.08.2026 to 31.07.2027.

Tasks:

• Participation in play and activities.
• Participation in daily routine situations.
• Planning, implementing and evaluating educational programs.
• Observing and working according to action plans.
• Collaborate in teams and work independently.

Qualifications:

Requirements:

• Technical certificate as a child and youth worker.
• Long relevant experience can compensate for the education requirement.

Desirable requirements:

• Experience working in a kindergarten.
• Experience working with children who need extra support.

Qualified people are encouraged to apply regardless of age, gender, disability or cultural background.

We are looking for someone who:

• Takes children seriously.
• Is genuinely concerned about children.
• Gives children good experiences and magical moments.
• Contributes to a safe and good kindergarten environment for all children.
• Is patient and wants the best for the child.
• Has a positive attitude, good mood and willing to learn new things.
• Is generous and cooperative.
• Is flexible and can work independently.
• Loves being outdoors in all kinds of weather.

Personal suitability will be emphasized.

We offer:

As an employee of Østre Toten municipality, you will be covered by a good pension and insurance scheme. We have meaningful work tasks and an inclusive working environment. Employees are employed by Østre Toten Municipality on the terms and conditions set out in applicable regulations, laws and agreements. After the expiry of the application deadline, a public list of applicants will be drawn up containing the name, age, position or job title and municipality of residence or work for each applicant. Exemptions from access to information about an applicant may be made if the applicant so requests. Information about an applicant may become public even if the applicant has requested not to be included on the list of applicants. If the request is not complied with, the applicant will be notified of this.

Link to application form: Apply here