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Play, discover and grow naturally
We are Espira
Natural childcare that makes you happy
Where you get to know each child personally and, together with your colleagues, make a valuable contribution to their development? Then come and work at Espira.
At Espira, it's all about caring for each other, having fun and growing in your profession, a natural and healthy lifestyle, and continuously improving/professionalising our childcare. You will work in a small permanent team, where you can be yourself, your expertise is valued and you can learn new things.
Espira is developing rapidly – as a company, a team and as professionals. Our childcare locations in North Brabant (Bergen op Zoom, Roosendaal, Steenbergen), Zeeland (Tholen) and Utrecht (Amersfoort) each have their own atmosphere, but everywhere you feel the same warmth, enthusiasm and passion from our educational professionals.
Espira childcare
Vacancies at Espira
For our baby group, we are looking for an educational professional who wants to make a difference with attention, expertise and genuine love for babies, starting on 5 January 2026.
Good about Espira
Why Espira is the right choice for you
Are you (almost) finished with your education, do you have experience in childcare, or are you changing careers?
Do you enjoy working in a team where people are the focus? Then you've come to the right place!
At Espira, we believe that working in childcare starts with genuine interest, passion, and attention – for the children and for each other.
What we offer you:
- Meaningful and enjoyable work in your neighbourhood
- Small, close-knit teams and many familiar faces
- Informal working environment with short lines of communication
- Training and career opportunities
- Room for your ideas and initiative
- Attention to a healthy work-life balance
- A people-oriented, professional working atmosphere where you can be yourself
At Espira, you work with a heart for people – big and small.
Our promises
Our promise to you
We promise you a pleasant working environment in childcare with colleagues who are just as committed, curious and positive as you are. We encourage you to discover what suits you, take initiative and enjoy (and continue to enjoy) what you do. We invest in knowledge, collaboration and personal development – so that your work energises you! Together, we create meaningful days – for the children and for you.
Want to work at Espira?
Why work at Espira?
Outdoors, naturally
Outdoors, naturally
Being outdoors is part of who we are. We love to get out and about with the children. Fresh air, space and nature bring peace and enjoyment: for you too.
Trust
Trust
You are given the freedom to do what you do best. We believe in your professionalism and craftsmanship and in the power of small, close-knit teams.
Development
Development
We help you grow in your profession and as a person. With coaching, training and room for initiative, you will discover what suits you best.
Connection
Connection
You build real relationships with children, parents and colleagues. Together, we create an open and safe environment where everyone is seen and heard.
Meaning
Meaning
What you do makes a difference every day. You help children grow into confident, curious global citizens.
Growth and development
Growth and development
At Espira, you will be given every opportunity to continue to grow and develop. We offer coaching and training programmes to help you discover what suits you best. Would you like to learn more about nature experiences, baby development or move on to a different position?
Go for it! We are happy to help you get the best out of yourself.
What do we offer you?
What do we offer you?
Are you looking for a meaningful job in a warm, inspiring work environment with enthusiastic colleagues? Then we offer you:
- A competitive salary in accordance with the Childcare Collective Labour Agreement
- A year-end bonus of 5.5% in 2025 – 8% in 2026
- Travel allowance and pension scheme (PFZW) in accordance with the Childcare Collective Labour Agreement
- Contribution of €8 towards basic and supplementary health insurance
- Training and development opportunities
When can you start working for us?
Diploma check:
Do you have at least an MBO level 3 diploma that qualifies you for childcare?
You can easily check this via the Childcare Works Diploma Checker!
No diploma, but experience?
Then we would be happy to work with you on a personal development plan or an EVC (Recognition of Prior Learning) programme. This allows you to have your experience assessed and work towards a recognised qualification.
You can work for us in day care if you meet the IKK language requirement. This means that your oral language skills are at language level 3F (or B2). This requirement does not apply to after-school care (BSO): language level 2F (or B1) is sufficient.
Applying
Applying in 4 steps
Applying for a job at Espira is quick, easy and personal. In just 4 steps, you can find out whether we are a good match. We hope to welcome you to our team soon!
Step 1 – You apply
Respond to a vacancy or send an open application. You will hear from us within a few days.
Step 2 – We get to know each other
We will call or email you for an introductory interview. Feel free to ask questions; we think it is important that you know where you are ending up.
Step 3 – Interview & work experience
Come and visit us, get a feel for the atmosphere and work with us for a day if you like. That way, you can see for yourself whether it's a good fit.
Step 4 – Welcome to Espira!
If it's a good fit, you will receive a contract and we will welcome you to Espira. You will receive a warm welcome, a designated contact person and time to settle in.
We are building childcare facilities where children, parents and staff feel at home. Together, we give every child the best start in life – and you the best working day.
