Childcare Host - Work Abroad 2026

TUI; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading travel company is looking for a Childcare Host for summer 2026, working abroad in picturesque holiday destinations. This role involves creating fun, age-appropriate programs for children aged 0-12 and ensuring high childcare standards. Candidates should have experience with children, be adaptable, and fluent in English plus another European language. A recognized childcare qualification is beneficial, with competitive monthly earnings and a host of additional perks including private health insurance and free language lessons.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Visa/work-permit costs covered

Free language lessons

Access to childcare qualification

All-Inclusive package

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare with a recognized qualification is beneficial.
• Fun, vibrant personality capable of leading sessions.
• Fluent in English and one additional language such as German or French.

Responsibilities

• Create fun programs for children aged 0-12.
• Engage in team events and activities.
• Maintain high childcare standards and health guidelines.

Skills

Experience working with children

Conversational in English

Communication with parents/guardians

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Recognized childcare qualification

Job description

Childcare Host - Work Abroad 2026

Location: Flexible

Workplace: Onsite

Type of contract: Flexible contract (working abroad)

Working time: Summer 2026

Job ID: 135301

This job is open to individuals with an EU passport who are willing to move to one of our holiday destinations during summer 2026.

If you already live in one of our destinations, and have all necessary right to work / live documents, please check our local opportunities.

ABOUT OUR OFFER

• Seasonal or permanent contracts available with optional winter work opportunities.
• Private Health Insurance with Allianz or Sanitas included.
• Costs for your visa / work-permit and background check processing are covered.
• “All Inclusive” package, including flights to and from destination, accommodation with own bedroom, as well as meals and non-alcoholic beverages during hotel opening times.
• Access to free language lessons & the TUI Learning Hub to help you level-up and grow your career.
• Possibility to sign-up for free to our TUI Childcare Academy to obtain an EU-recognized Childcare Qualification.
• Plus receive a take home net basic of 875-1050€per month. (depending on your qualification / experience)
• Finally, why not get involved with incredible local charity and sustainability initiatives like the TUI Care Foundation.

ABOUT YOU

• You genuinely love and have experience of working with children, while confidently communicating with parents / guardians.
• For this position, a recognized childcare qualification / education is beneficial.
• You are a fun and vibrant personality, capable to lead sessions and work as part of an international team.
• Willingness to learn and commit, as well as being an adaptable and flexible individual with the ability to work well under pressure.
• You are fully conversational in English and one of the following : German, Dutch, French, Polish, Danish, Finnish or Swedish.

ABOUT THE JOB

• Create and deliver a fun and exciting, age-appropriate programme for children aged 0-12 which covers developmental needs and is full of magical moments.
• Take part in regular events, such as team days, parades, or evening party dances during the kids disco.
• Ensure our high childcare standards including health & safety guidelines.
• You put the guests at the heart of everything you do by answering parents / guardians’ questions, resolving issues and adapting, if possible, to guests’ requirements.

From a workplace to a place to belong. At TUI we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging everyone to come as you are, because together, our potential is limitless.

We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities and impairments so if you need any support, please do let us know.