Early Childhood Educator / Pedagogical Professional

Norlandia Daycare ASH in Wassenaar is located within the Early Childhood Center of the American School of The Hague. This English-speaking childcare center is open 37 weeks per year for children aged 0 to 4 years. Our opening days align with the school's holidays and scheduled days off. Whenever the weather allows, we love spending time outdoors and enjoying some fresh air in our own garden.

PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING – Qualification Requirements

We are looking for candidates who meet the Dutch qualification requirements to work in childcare.

If you have obtained your diploma outside the Netherlands, it is essential that your qualification is officially assessed and, where required, recognized for working in Dutch childcare. A general assessment stating that your diploma is comparable to Dutch HBO level is not necessarily sufficient to work as a qualified childcare professional.

For more information and to check whether your qualification meets the Dutch requirements, please consult:

• DUO – Working in childcare with a foreign diploma – information about recognition of foreign professional qualifications for childcare.

• IDW – International diploma evaluation – for requesting an official evaluation of your foreign diploma.

Please make sure you have checked your qualification and the applicable recognition requirements before applying.

Your New Role as an Early Childhood Educator

You:

• Hold a recognized qualification that allows you to work in childcare and can provide a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG).

• Are full of ideas, while also appreciating clear structure and routines.

• Enjoy spending time outdoors, even when it's raining.

• Like working closely with a warm, supportive, and engaged team.

What We Offer You at Norlandia

Does this sound like a great fit? Then we have even more good news:

• A salary within Scale 6 of the Dutch Childcare Collective Labour Agreement (CAO Kinderopvang). Based on a 36-hour workweek, the gross monthly salary ranges from €2,681 to €3,684, depending on your experience.

• An initial one-year contract, with the possibility of a permanent contract thereafter.

• Flexible working days and hours that suit you best: 8 to 30 hours per week.

• 8% holiday allowance and 8% year-end bonus.

• Generous paid leave: 210 hours annually based on full-time employment.

• Full reimbursement of public transport costs or a mileage allowance.

• Opportunities for professional growth through training, coaching, and career development.

• An annual professional development day with all colleagues from Norlandia Netherlands.

• Participation in working groups and sessions where you help make our work even more enjoyable and effective.

• Discount on childcare for your own child(ren) at Norlandia.

• Discounts on gym memberships, a new bicycle, and leisure activities through FiscFree and Benefits at Work once you have a permanent contract.

• A fun annual team outing.

What Will You Do?

As an Early Childhood Educator (or, as we prefer to call it, a Pedagogical Professional), you create an environment where children feel safe, valued, and free to be themselves. You encourage curiosity, exploration, and discovery, giving children the confidence to learn through experience.

With your creativity, everyday moments such as mealtimes, outdoor play, story time, and arts and crafts become meaningful learning experiences. You bring calmness and structure, while also creating opportunities for fun and adventure.

Parents know they can rely on you and trust that their child is in good hands. And of course, you do not do this alone. You work alongside a close-knit team where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued.

Apply with Ease

Does the role of Pedagogical Professional fit you like a raincoat on a rainy day? Click the button below. We'd love to get to know you over a cup of coffee or tea.

🟢 Everyone is welcome at Norlandia Childcare. Whoever you are, wherever you come from, and whatever you believe, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.