Childcare educators or socio-cultural animators - APEMS du Cèdre (75% to 85%)

• 14 August 2026 • 75 - 85% • Indefinite duration • Lausanne We are recruiting for the 2026 school year, a childcare educator or socio-cultural animator for the APEMS du Cèdre (position between 75% and 80%). In full expansion, the Domaine parascolaire is looking to equip itself with committed and creative people in order to develop the mission of this recent field of social work. The mission in APEMS is focused on the development of children's social skills through their participation in community life. APEMS are located in the heart of Lausanne neighborhoods, close to schools. The implementation of collective projects, the development of partnerships with stakeholders around the children, reflection, and the formation of pedagogical projects as a team are the essential actions that support and sustain the daily reception of the group of children. The Ville de Lausanne offers you a stimulating environment. Your skills contribute directly to the quality of life of the people of Lausanne. Main mission(s) ### Ensure the care of a group of children in accordance with the pedagogical concept while maintaining the global vision Accompany the group of children in the performance of daily activities as well as in the completion of their school homework and promote their autonomy Propose an individualized support approach in connection with the skills to be developed or the needs of the child Participate in the general organization of the structure Undertake specific administrative tasks Propose, manage, and document projects involving several internal and external stakeholders Include the various stakeholders in the reception and education of the group of children Profile ### Title of childcare educator (HES or ES) or socio-cultural animator (HES) recognized according to the competency framework of the law on childcare (LAJE) Additional training as a practical trainer or professional practice trainer, an asset Minimum 2 years of professional experience with a group of children Good knowledge of collective care settings and group dynamics Team spirit, comfortable in exchanges with parents Autonomy and responsible attitude Capacities for analysis, synthesis, and being proactive as well as for improvement Ability to document one's activity and that of the group of children Able to develop a participatory process within one's team and within the group of children Special conditions ### Clean criminal records (ordinary and special) Split shifts from Monday to Friday Contract with activities during school holidays Workplace ### Chemin d'Entre-Bois 21, 1018 Lausanne Salary class ### 7 Start date ### Immediately or to be agreed Offer ### Please send us your application and the usual documents by 06.09.2026 via the online form. Cannot apply? Contact the service directly at +41 21 315 64 11. *We pay great attention to the diversity of the life paths of our employees. Our positions are open to both women and men.*