Description:
1 position(s). Are you an engaged and knowledgeable social pedagogue? We are looking for you—someone with a genuine interest in our student population who wants to work with us to provide our students with the best conditions for learning. Here we work together to give each student the best possible foundation for success. As a social pedagogue with us, you will combine heart and competence in an environment characterized by collaboration, engagement, and learning. Your responsibilities In your role as a social pedagogue, you will primarily work with students in IMY (vocational introduction) who have extensive need for special support. You work closely with students in collaboration with teaching staff and student services. Through a solution-focused approach and a low-arousal manner, you support students as needed both during lessons and breaks, conduct outreach regarding student absences, and build strong relationships with students, guardians, and colleagues. You plan and implement recess activities and other group-strengthening initiatives, and work preventively and promotively to strengthen school attendance and create conditions for long-term academic success. You also support students and guardians on social matters and in contacts with authorities and other matters related to the student's schooling. When needed, you accompany students to internship placements and serve as support during various transitions and other situations where students need extra guidance. You are a trusted adult with high positive expectations of students and have a strong ability to adapt your approach based on the needs of the activity and the students. Your qualifications We are looking for someone with a vocational upper secondary education (YH) in social pedagogy or other education that the employer deems equivalent. You have good computer skills and feel confident using computers, tablets, and other digital tools in daily work. You communicate well in Swedish both orally and in writing. If you also have experience working with students in school settings and mentoring children and young people with substance abuse issues, we see that as a plus. To succeed in this role, you need to be motivated by contributing to students' development and have a genuine interest in their learning and well-being. You are self-confident, have good self-insight, and act professionally when interacting with students, guardians, and colleagues. You remain calm even in challenging situations, have good judgment, and can make well-considered prioritizations. Furthermore, you are flexible and easily adapt to changing circumstances. Since the work is based on close collaboration with others, you have strong teamwork abilities and are skilled at creating and maintaining trusting relationships. What we offer At Edströmska Upper Secondary School, we offer an inspiring and developmental work environment where theory and practice go hand in hand. As a social pedagogue with us, you will become part of an engaged team working to give each student the best conditions to succeed, both in school and in the future. With us, you will be an important part of a competent and collaboration-focused team with a focus on student-centered teaching. Here you become part of something bigger! With warmth and respect, we demonstrate effectiveness in both big and small matters. We live our values in our interactions with each other and those we serve. Every day, year-round, we ensure Västerås functions. Together with your approximately 11,500 colleagues throughout the city, you will have Sweden's most important job. Learn more about opportunities, career paths, and our offerings here: https://www.vasteras.se/jobbochkarriär Other information We conduct interviews on an ongoing basis throughout the posting period; please submit your application as soon as possible! Before employment, we conduct a background check and you must provide a valid police clearance certificate. During the interview, you will need to verify your citizenship. You can do this with a passport or national ID card combined with a photo ID. If you are not a citizen of Sweden, the EU, the EEA, or Switzerland, you must provide proof of a valid work permit or be exempt from the requirement to have a work permit. Employment may only be finalized after verification of work authorization, which is required under the immigration regulations. All offers of recruitment and advertising assistance are declined. Employment form: Permanent employment.
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Overview
- Type
- job
- Status
- active
- Visibility
- public
- City
- Västerås
- GPS
- 59.6185805, 16.4566227
- Phone
- Published
- 5. 8. 2026
- Edited
- 16. 8. 2026