Vacant job

Summer Temporary Positions in Elderly Care, Disability Support, and Home Care 2026

Do you want a meaningful and varied summer job with good pay and secure conditions? Then you are warmly welcome to apply for a summer temporary position with us in Hjo!

As a summer temporary worker within elderly care, disability support, or home care, you will become part of a dedicated and caring work community. You will contribute both with good care and by creating a safe, content-rich, and dignified daily life for people who need extra support – the elderly, people with disabilities, or the severely ill.

With us, you will receive a competitive salary, supportive colleagues, valuable experience, and an employer that offers good conditions. On our website, you will find more information about the units seeking temporary staff.

Plan your summer early
If you apply early and can work several weeks in a row, there is an opportunity to receive a fixed schedule, which facilitates your planning. Our working hours vary between day, evening, and weekend. There is also the possibility to enter your availability into our staffing system and work when needs arise.

Together, we create a safe summer for those who need us the most.

Who are we looking for?

You must be 18 years old when the employment begins. Previous experience or education within care is not a requirement – we provide the introduction you need.

The most important thing for us is that you have the willingness and ability to support people in their daily lives, and that you treat others with respect, attentiveness, and good cooperation. You have the ability to see what needs to be done and act accordingly. Your personal suitability is of great importance.

Requirements

• You must have turned 18 years old by June 22, 2024, in accordance with AFS 2012:3 Section 11.
• You must master Swedish in speech and writing (approved SFI D1 and pass the recruiter's language assessment).
• You must be able to present a digital extract from the criminal record register, no older than six months, as well as a valid ID card upon job offer. Link Work with children according to LSS, e-service | The Swedish Police Authority.

Meritorious Qualifications

This is not a requirement, but valuable additions that strengthen our operations:

• Education in nursing or pedagogy.
• Experience in similar work.
• A valid B-class driver's license is required for home care services.

Are you a retiree?

If you have retired but miss the work community, wish to contribute your experience, or want to supplement your pension, you are warmly welcome to apply. We have a special need for trained assistant nurses, staff with a pedagogical background, as well as experienced care assistants and assistants – but everyone with relevant experience is significant to us.

Were you previously employed?

We work according to current regulations regarding preferential rights (LAS) and welcome former employees to apply. We take internal manager references from all former employees.

How does the recruitment process work?

If you have questions, you are welcome to contact us according to the details below. If you are already a hourly employee with us, you should first contact the Staffing Unit.

Application: You send in your application via the link and fill out the form. If you have a CV from before, you can attach it.

Interview: If your application is assessed as interesting, you will be invited to an interview with Helene Johnsson – usually digitally, but you can also meet in person at the town hall.

Reference Check: After the interview, you submit references in our digital system REFAPP via a link sent via SMS.

Matching: We then match candidates with suitable workplaces.

Contract and Introduction: Upon matching, a meeting is booked where you sign the contract, show record extracts and ID documents, submit any certificate copies, and receive a plan for introduction and education.

You can read more about Hjo Municipality as an employer on our website Hjo.se, where you will find information about benefits, short videos with our employees, and information about summer jobs as a care star.

We look forward to getting to know you!

We will begin processing applications after the Christmas and New Year holidays.

Employment Type: Summer Job / Vacation Work.
Duration: 11 days - 3 months.