Based at: Stirling Resource Hub and Cantley SMILE (Central)
Salary details: Grade 5, £17,174 per annum
Contract Type:
Post 1: Permanent, 30 hours per week - Stirling Resource Hub
Post 2: Temporary for 12 months, 30 hours per week - Cantley SMILE (Central)
Closing date: 4th December 2022
Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to these posts.
There’s never been a more exciting time to join Doncaster Council.
We are passionate about Doncaster - it’s a great place to live, do business and visit.
We have plenty to shout about – Doncaster is the UK’s best connected location, we have many major developments in the pipeline, a vibrant urban centre with a thriving arts and cultural scene, sport and leisure attractions, wonderful green spaces and a fascinating heritage. We firmly believe, as do our partners, that Doncaster is the place to be with a bright future and ambitions ahead of it. But don’t just take our word for it – anyone joining the council, can look forward to expanding their knowledge and skills in a dynamic, creative and nurturing environment while truly making a difference to the communities we serve.
These are exciting times for Doncaster, with our Borough Strategy priorities to make Doncaster an attractive and secure place to live with support for our most vulnerable residents to enable people to enjoy life with their families and communities.
SMILE Day Opportunity needs you for our new refocussed service delivery model
SMILE stands for Supportive, multi ability, intergenerational, life experiences
Are you creative, responsive and flexible?
Are you looking for a new challenge?
Do you enjoy doing something different?
Do you enjoy meeting new people?
Can you make a difference to someone’s day?
If this is you, then why not apply for a SMILE outreach worker post.
We have 13 SMILES borough wide. We offer weekly day opportunities to adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, autism, older people and people living with dementia. We deliver a range of fulfilling and innovative activities to adults of all ages who attend Doncaster SMILE day services.
We will offer you a comprehensive training package, on the job training within a supportive team and the opportunity to gain nationally recognised qualifications.
You will have the opportunity to support people to achieve their chosen outcomes and meet their goals.
In exceptional circumstances, you will be asked to volunteer to help the residents of Doncaster, which may involve weekend and night working.
Further details about the responsibilities and requirements of the roles are contained in the job profile and role summary.
In return for your hard work and dedication, we can offer you the chance to be part of a great team dedicated to ensuring that all people in Doncaster thrive. You will also have access to a variety of attractive employee benefits including competitive leave entitlement, local government pension scheme and access to a range of staff discount and flexible benefits schemes. Visit our Working in Doncaster page to find out more.
Shortlisting W/C 12th December 2022
Interviewing W/C 19th December 2022
Please state clearly on your application form which post(s) you wish to apply for.
These posts involve working with adults and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme and can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check
English Fluency Duty Under The Immigration Act 2016: As you are applying for a customer facing role, you must have the ability to converse easily with customers being able to provide advice and guidance in accurate spoken English.
Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community where we strive to improve the quality of life for all. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff to share these commitments.
Confirmation of appointment will be subject to a medical assessment.
