School Social Worker*

Get to know us

For Bern. With heart. With impact.

In the city of Bern, over 4'500 people working across five directorates and more than 80 occupational profiles work together. We are committed with passion and conviction to the people who live and work here. Together we shape the community and the future of this city - visible, perceptible, sustainable. For our city. For Bern.

Act with diversity

Diversity makes our city lively and strong - also as an employer. We are committed to ensuring that all people can actively participate and help shape things - regardless of age, origin, gender, sexual orientation, disabilities, or other characteristics. Because a city for all only arises if it is also thought about, shaped, and supported by everyone.

Become part of our team

Your work has an impact - for Bern and for the people who live and work here. Shape the community and the future of this city with us: visible, perceptible, sustainable.

At the Direktion für Bildung, Soziales und Sport, the human being is at the center. The Gesundheitsdienst is responsible for school social and school medical services, for early childhood intervention, for school health promotion and prevention, as well as for the equality of people with disabilities in the city of Bern.

For the Gesundheitsdienst, we are looking for you as a Schulsozialarbeiter*in as of 1. February 2027 or by arrangement.

We look forward to receiving your application documents by 31. August 2026.

The first round of interviews will take place on 7. September 2026, and the second round on 14. September 2026. Thank you for keeping both dates free.

Tasks & Profile

What you move

• Advise and accompany children and adolescents individually or in groups
• Advise and support parents and teachers with social issues
• Mediate contacts to other specialist agencies
• Recognize risks early and initiate appropriate measures
• Support the school in prevention measures

What you bring

• Completed Fachhochschule in Social Work
• Several years of professional experience in school social work or in youth and family assistance
• Resilient, able to handle criticism and contact
• Confident and authentic appearance
• Independent and interdisciplinary work as well as transcultural competencies

Your benefits in Bern

For meaning & city life

With us, you change something. You help shape city life, take responsibility, and make Bern more livable.

Security & stability

We offer you fair pay, clear structures, regulated working hours, and long-term perspectives.

Space for your whole life

Our working model adapts to your life wherever possible. With us, you bring all areas of life into harmony.

Grow with Bern

We give you space for development, further education, and independent action.

Healthy in everyday life

With sports, movement, and advice, you stay in shape: physically, mentally, socially - and not just at the workplace.

Advantages for every day

We offer you practical extras that make your everyday life easier and more enriching.

Would you like to learn more?

Contact

Do you have questions about the application process or about the employer Stadt Bern? I am happy to help you further.

Questions about the position

Would you like to learn more about this position and our team at the Stadt Bern? I look forward to meeting you and am happy to help!

Sandra Geissler

Leiterin Schulsozialarbeit

031 321 69 93

Your application process

This is how the application process works with us:

Step 1: Online application

Submit your application documents online via our job portal. In order for us to process your documents further, you must create a login. After you have submitted your application, you will receive a confirmation. We assess each application individually based on the criteria in the job advertisement. This sometimes takes a little time. If your application fits, we will contact you for an initial interview.

Step 2: Interviews

In the job interview - by telephone, on-site, or online - we want to get to know you. We check whether your expectations for the position align with ours, which experiences and skills you bring, whether our culture appeals to you, and how you fit into the team. Depending on the position and mutual interest, several interviews may take place. All your questions about the position, the team, or the terms of employment are always welcome.

Step 3: Further steps in the process

Depending on the position, we will arrange a trial or observation day, give you a professional task, organize a meeting with the team, or invite you to an assessment. As a rule, reference checks are also part of our application process. You will be informed transparently about all steps in the process.

Step 4: Application decision

Are you convinced by us and we by you? After a verbal commitment, you will receive a confirmation, the contract documents, and information on how things proceed until the start of the position. Did it not work out? We would be happy if you apply for other exciting positions despite a rejection.