Paid training for childcare workers that allows those with no experience to change careers
"I want to enter the childcare industry, but I have no experience..."
Did you know? According to a survey by Tokyo Metropolitan Government, about 35% of childcare workers start this job with no prior experience. With the increase in dual-income households, it is predicted that the shortage of childcare workers will expand to 3.2 times by 2025 (Tokyo Metropolitan Bureau of Social Welfare and Public Health). Now is the time! Some facilities offer complete job support for inexperienced individuals and provide six months of paid training.
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Treatment and Basic Benefits for Childcare Workers
Salary: ¥249,800 - ¥312,000 (depending on experience and qualifications) Bonuses/One-time Payments: Twice a year (performance-based) Transportation and Housing Allowance: Provided upon request Holidays and Leave 【Holidays】Two days off per week (mainly Sundays and public holidays, shift-based) 【Long-term Leave】Summer vacation and annual paid leave (10 days in the first year, up to 20 days) |
Why Choose a Job as a Newborn Caregiver?
"Earn while you learn" training system:
Support system for inexperienced individuals and those returning to work
Participation fees and transportation costs are subsidized for qualifying training
Comfortable work environment with almost no overtime
Newborn Caregivers: No Age or Experience Restrictions
| Category | Target / Conditions |
|---|---|
| Students (18+) | University or vocational school students who can work at least three days a week |
| Housewives (30s-50s) | Those who want to utilize their parenting experience and prefer short hours |
| Seniors (50+) | Those considering re-employment after retirement and want to pass on their experience to the next generation |
| Foreigners | Japanese Language Proficiency Test N2 or higher; multilingual support (English, Chinese, etc.) |
Childcare Workers Thriving from Inexperience
Misaki Yamada (32, transitioned from housewife)
"I had parenting experience but had given up on re-employment without qualifications. However, I obtained my childcare worker qualification through the paid training at this facility, and now I am in charge of the zero-year-old class with a monthly salary of ¥280,000 (with raises even for part-time work)! [Benefits] Childcare robots assist with diaper changes, so I feel secure physically. There is also a "Childcare LABO" for staff who are mothers to exchange information, and my experiences are helping other parents!" |
Thi Han Nguyen (28, from Vietnam)
"After obtaining my Japanese N2, I applied for the 'Multilingual Childcare Worker Training Course' at this facility. I am in charge of bilingual care in Vietnamese and Japanese with a monthly salary of ¥320,000 (language allowance + ¥30,000). [Benefits] With the childcare ICT tool 'Smile Note,' I can communicate with parents in real-time. Last month, the 'Japanese-Vietnamese Vocabulary Cards' I developed were adopted as official teaching materials for the facility, and I feel joy in seeing what I have learned take shape." |
Applying for Childcare Worker Jobs
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Indeed Form: Apply with an AI interview (no resume needed, takes 5 minutes on your smartphone).
LINE Audition: Self-PR voice message (within 60 seconds) with a chance for same-day hiring through stamp voting.
Trial Work System: One day of paid experience (up to three days) working alongside staff, with formal employment after mutual agreement.
Childcare Worker Application Requirements
Essential Requirements
18 years or older (high school students not eligible)
Health certificate (issued within the last six months)
Preferred Conditions
Those planning to obtain childcare worker qualifications
Holders of cooking or nutritionist licenses
Experience as a picture book author or in rhythmic instruction
What concerns do you have about parenting?
Q. I have no qualifications at all; can I work?
→ A. Yes. Our facility is recognized as a Tokyo childcare worker training cooperation organization, and you can obtain qualifications while employed (2024 pass rate 89%).
Q. I am not confident in my physical strength.
→ A. Robot assistance introduced: automatic diaper changing station and childcare record AI input system.
Q. I am worried about human relationships.
→ A. Achieving a "stress-free workplace": A psychological counselor is stationed on-site. The turnover rate is one-third of the industry average.
Q. Is it difficult to obtain qualifications?
→ A. The secret to a 92% pass rate: Video lectures by specialized instructors (available for 24-hour viewing) + mock exams from the past five years.
