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Children's Childcare Practitioner Sheffield S11

AMDG Holdings


Job Location:

Sheffield - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 24 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 21 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Residential Childcare Practitioner

Looking for a role where you can genuinely make a difference

At Progressive Care UK we support children and young people who need stability encouragement and someone who genuinely cares. Were looking for caring reliable and positive people to join our residential childcare teams.

You dont need to be perfect you just need the right values a calm approach and the ability to be there for young people when they need support most.

We currently have opportunities for:

  • Full Rota - covering days nights weekends and bank holidays.
  • Nights Only
  • Bank Staff - Working on an ad-hoc basis.
What the role is really about

This is more than just a job.

Its about helping young people feel safe supported and listened to. Some days that might mean helping with cooking a meal supporting with routines having a chat after a difficult day encouraging them with education or activities or simply being a consistent person they can rely on.

Youll be part of a supportive team creating a stable and caring home environment for children and young people aged 1217.

No two days are the same but every day gives you the chance to make a positive impact.



Requirements
Wed love to hear from you if you are:
  • Hold or willing to work towards a Level 3 Children Residential Childcare qualification (or Equivalent).
  • Experience working with children is an advantage
  • Caring and approachable
  • Calm under pressure
  • Able to build positive relationships
  • Reliable and flexible
  • Passionate about helping young people grow in confidence and independence
  • Having a full UK drivers license is an advantage for this role.

Experience in care is helpful but your attitude and values matter just as much.

Please be aware that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Minimum age for the role is 21.


Benefits
Why join Progressive Care

Weve been a trusted provider in Social Care for over 25 years and we know that great care starts with great staff.

When you join us youll get:

  • A supportive team environment
  • Fully funded training and development*
  • Opportunities to progress
  • Flexible shift patterns
  • The chance to do genuinely rewarding work
  • A role where you can go home knowing you made a difference.

A Supportive & Rewarding Work Environment

  • With strong management support and supervision you will always have the guidance encouragement that give you the tools and confidence that you need to thrive in your role and career.

Are you Ready to Start Your Career in Social Care Speak to our Recruitment Team and join the Progressive Care Community!

  • * Terms and conditions apply to funding of training and Development.
  • **Due to the nature of this role Progressive Care conducts enhanced background checks through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) for all hired personnel.
  • Please note that sponsorship is not available for this position and all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.**



Required Skills:

Experience working with children is an advantage Caring and approachable Calm under pressure Able to build positive relationships Reliable and flexible Passionate about helping young people grow in confidence and independence Having a full UK drivers license is an advantage for this role. Experience in care is helpful but your attitude and values matter just as much. Please be aware that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.


Required Education:

GCSE Maths & English (or equivalent)Hold or willing to work towards a Level 3 Children Residential Childcare qualification (or Equivalent).