# AFC Apprentice Operator / Social Welfare Operator, Childhood address
The University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Italian Switzerland (SUPSI) is offering a competitive position at USI SUPSInido on the East Campus of Viganello.
## apprenticeship as a Social Welfare Operator/Operator (OSA)
Childhood address, for the three-year training period 2026-2029. Occupancy level: 100%. Entry into service: August or September 2026 (to be agreed).
Key requirements
Licenza di scuola media con buoni risultati scolastici.
Spiccata propensione al contatto con le persone, senso dell’accoglienza e senso di responsabilità.
Buone capacità relazionali e comunicative con interlocutori diversi.
Attitudine al lavoro di squadra e alla collaborazione.
Interesse per l’ambito sociale ed educativo.
Proattività, precisione, puntualità e capacità di seguire istruzioni e portare a termine i compiti assegnati.
The Apprentice Operatrice / Operatore socioassistenziale AFC, indirizzo Infanzia role offered by SUPSI / DTI is based in USI SUPSInido del Campus Est di Viganello, Canton of Ticino, in the financial services sector.
Working as a cross-border employee in the Canton of Ticino requires a G Permit, renewed annually. The Canton applies withholding tax at variable rates on gross income; since 2024 the Italy-Switzerland New Tax Agreement introduces concurrent taxation.
Swiss social contributions include AVS (5.3%), unemployment insurance (1.1%) and LPP (occupational pension). Use our free tax simulator to estimate the net salary for Apprentice Operatrice / Operatore socioassistenziale AFC, indirizzo Infanzia in financial services and compare the cost of living between Switzerland and Italy.
Frequently asked questions
What is the net salary for a cross-border worker in the Canton of Ticino?
Net salary depends on gross income, marital status and number of children. In the Canton of Ticino, withholding tax ranges from about 2% to 15%. In the financial services sector, use our simulator for a tailored figure.
Do I need Swiss LAMal health insurance for the Apprentice Operatrice / Operatore socioassistenziale AFC, indirizzo Infanzia role in Ticino?
New cross-border workers since 2024 must enrol in Swiss LAMal within 3 months of starting. Premiums vary by canton, model and deductible. Compare with our LAMal comparator.
