Job Description
Childcare Worker
We have an exciting new vacancy for a childcare worker at the Sheffield Family service!
Service Area: Sheffield Services
Town: Sheffield
Status: Part-time
Contract Type: Permanent
Total Salary Pro-Rata: £14,726.88
Closing Date: 29/10/2026
Vacancy Reference Number: 4414
Do you light up when you make a little one smile? Do you possess the energy and magic to engage in weekly nursery themes such as Dinosaur Week, Farmyard week or Under the Sea? Does it excite you to plan messy play, preparing jelly, spaghetti, cereals, sand and shaving foam to play with?
Can you keep calm when settling crying babies or teething toddlers? Have you the compassion and kindness to support parents with their childcare responsibilities? Would you take pride in supporting parents to go to activities like soft play or baby massage?
Don't miss the opportunity to join our passionate Sheffield Family service! Supporting up to 12 children/babies, the role is part-time (21 hours) Monday to Friday core hours - hours to be agreed upon job offer. This provides a unique opportunity work with a small community of children and their parents at a specialist residential service for parents experiencing drug or alcohol addiction.
Role
We're seeking a passionate Childcare Worker to join our Sheffield team, working in an on-site nursery within a residential setting. This opportunity is at our unique, specialist family service. A place where parents experiencing addiction to drugs or alcohol come with their children to change their lives and determine their futures. We're looking for skilled, dedicated and passionate staff to join us at our Sheffield Family Residential Service.
Within this role, a passion for providing outstanding care for children and displaying a positive attitude is required. We work with families who have previously struggled with substance use therefore promoting a trusting, positive relationship is important within the role. You will be working in an on-site nursery within the residential setting where we have both a 0–2-year-old room and an over 2-year old's room which the children attend.
The service is based close to Eccelsall Road/Sheffield Hallam Collegiate Campus area of Sheffield, it is easily accessible. Situated in a large Victorian Building, fully refurbished in 2022, there is free on-site parking as well and is also easily access by multiple bus routes.
About You
To join us as a Childcare Worker, you will need:
- Level 2/3 NVQ in Childcare (or similar)
- Basic knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage guidelines
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Determined, with a drive to succeed and a willingness to learn
- Passionate and enthusiastic about making a real difference to the lives of people we support
Your Rewards
- Starting salary of £14,726.88 (£26,298 Full-time)
- 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays pro rata (increasing each year to a maximum of 30 days)
- Benefits including season ticket loan, pension scheme and life assurance
- Support through occupational sick pay, eye-care vouchers and regular wellbeing talks and activities
- Continuous training and career development via PXL our dedicated learning management system
- Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance programme including telephone and online access
- A rewarding role with the opportunity to help us support people on their journey to recovery and change their lives for the better.
- We'll ensure you get all the support you need to thrive and succeed in your role and find your place amongst our incredible and collaborative team.
About Us
Phoenix Futures Group is a charity with over 50 years' experience and a leading provider of drug and alcohol treatment. Our values are what define us and ensure we work to the highest standards. We believe in being the best, we are passionate about recovery, we value our history and use it to inform our future.
Childcare Worker in Yorkshire employer: Phoenix Futures
Phoenix Futures is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment in Swadlincote, where you can make a real difference in the lives of individuals affected by drug and alcohol dependency. With a strong focus on employee growth through continuous training and development, alongside generous benefits such as 25 days of annual leave and access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance programme, we empower our staff to thrive both personally and professionally. Join our passionate team and contribute to meaningful change while enjoying a rewarding career in the community.
