Recovery‑Focused Childcare Manager

Phoenix Futures; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Futures is seeking a dedicated childcare professional in Sheffield to lead day-to-day care for children in a recovery-oriented residential service. You will ensure safeguarding, high-quality care, and positive parenting support while aligning with Ofsted and EYFS standards.

The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm, in a family-focused setting. Candidates must hold Level 3 childcare and Paediatric First Aid, with experience in team leadership and partnerships to support families

Qualifications

• A full and relevant Level 3 or higher childcare qualification (essential)
• Level 2 English and Maths (essential)
• Paediatric First Aid qualification (essential)
• Knowledge of Ofsted regulations and expectations in a childcare/nursery setting
• Knowledge of EYFS standards and strength based parenting support
• Experience of managing teams of internal staff and childcare students
• Experience or knowledge of working with families
• Experience or knowledge of working with individuals accessing substance use support/treatment
• Evidence of effective partnership working and the ability to network for the benefit of families and the service
• Determination, a drive to succeed, and a willingness to learn
• Passion and enthusiasm for making a real difference to the lives of the people we support

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the childcare setting is delivered in line with recommended professional good practice and Phoenix Futures’ policies
• Maintain a recovery orientated approach to all aspects of the service and demonstrate a strong commitment to ongoing professional learning and development
• Your team will support the day to day care of children in the nursery, ensuring positive parenting is promoted and that children receive the highest standard of care
• Participation in an on call rota to support staff and service delivery

Skills

Childcare Level 3

English Level 2

Paediatric First Aid

Ofsted knowledge

EYFS standards

Team leadership

Family support

Substance use awareness

Partnership working

Recovery oriented

Willingness to learn

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Phoenix Futures is seeking a dedicated childcare professional in Sheffield to lead day-to-day care for children in a recovery-oriented residential service. You will ensure safeguarding, high-quality care, and positive parenting support while aligning with Ofsted and EYFS standards.

The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm, in a family-focused setting. Candidates must hold Level 3 childcare and Paediatric First Aid, with experience in team leadership and partnerships to support families