About the role
Childcare workers are involved in the care and welfare of children, often within preschools or daycare centers. They have knowledge in pedagogy and child development, which is often based on childcare education or equivalent experience. They support children's learning and development in close cooperation with preschool teachers.Responsibilities
Childcare workers are responsible for the children's daily care, which includes ensuring that the children receive nutritious food, rest, and play. They create a safe and stimulating environment where children can develop. Observation and documentation of the children's development are also an important part of their work.Skills and tools
Childcare workers need good knowledge in pedagogy, empathy, and the ability to create good relationships with children. They use educational tools and toys to promote children's development. Good communication skills with both children and adults are central to the profession. Common competencies demanded by employers are omvårdnad, barnhälsovård/bvc and vårdavdelning/mottagning.