The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Based at: Civic Office, Doncaster
Salary details: Grade 7 - £28,958 - £31,537 Pro Rata, (Pay award pending)
Working Days/Hours: Part Time 18 hours per week across 3 days (Wed-Fri)
Contract Type: Temporary Fixed Term to 31st August 2027
Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 09 August 2026.
This post is considered as a suitable secondment opportunity. If you wish to apply on a secondment basis you should seek the necessary approval from your current employer prior to making an application.
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.
This post presents an exciting opportunity to support the continuous of the Youth Hub Initiative based in Doncaster as part of the Advance Employment Hub. In partnership with DWP, the Youth Hub Initiative is an employment service which aims to engage unemployed young people aged 16 -24, providing person centred employer linked support, inspirational advice and guidance, which will enable a positive transition into sustained employment, resulting in social and economic mobility for people who are the future of our city and economy.
The successful candidate will support the continued development of the initiative, providing effective end-to-end employment support through the direct delivery of professional Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) to groups and individuals, as well as providing appropriate interventions in supporting people with the transition into employment.
We are looking for someone who has experience of managing a busy caseload, providing careers information, advice and guidance (IAG) and supporting people into work, including working with employers and other organisations to enable progression and positive outcomes for individuals along with identification of new opportunities and employer recruitment and skills needs. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate and maintain effective communication and mutually supportive relationships with all delivery partners.
This role will report to the Employment Manager overseeing the Youth Hub contract, and the 18 hours will be worked across 3 days on a Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of each week, working as part of a small team to ensure the Youth Hub service remains fully monitored across the working week.
In return for your contribution, we offer:
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Competitive leave entitlement
- Generous local government pension scheme
- Wellbeing support and staff networks
- Development and training opportunities
- Staff discounts and benefits schemes
- More information on benefits can be found in the attached benefits booklet.
Please review the job summary and profile and demonstrate in your application how you meet the required criteria.
Shortlisting will take place on Monday 10 August 2026 and we envisage interviews will be held Monday 17 August 2026 - date and time to be agreed with shortlisted candidates.
The job role is expected to commence at the beginning of September 2026.
For further details or an informal chat about this role please contact: Sandra Edwards, Tel: 01302 735587, or email
[email protected]
We encourage applicants to use their own words to reflect their experience and skills and over-reliance on AI is discouraged.
The Advance Employment Team offers personalised support to help you take your next step into work. From building your CV and getting the right interview skills to accessing a wide range of free courses, the team will help you grow your skills and confidence and find a job you’ll enjoy. Get in touch by email (
[email protected]) or visit the Advance website (www.advancedoncaster.co.uk) to discover the support available.
City of Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and improving quality of life for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults.
We are a Disability Confident employer and committed to a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and make reasonable adjustments as required.
