The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Based at: The Beechfield Centre, College Road, Doncaster
Salary details: Grade 5, £25,584 (pay award pending)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full time
Hours: 37 hours per week to cover a 6 day service provision
Closing date: 09 August 2026
Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to these posts
Do you have a positive approach to work and enjoy the challenge of a busy role?
We are looking to recruit one full time Family Time worker within our Service. This is a very rewarding role working with children and families supporting the role of the social work professionals within the Doncaster area.
The successful candidate will have experience of working with vulnerable children and parents in sometimes difficult circumstances, be able to transport children using their own car when required and have excellent communication skills both written and verbal. You will work as part of a team and will work flexibly to meet the demands of the role and the service.
The post holder will be working with highly confidential information and will be expected to work within Safeguarding and Data Protection guidelines at all times.
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 week commencing 10th August 2026 and it is anticipated that interviews will be held week commencing 24th August 2026
For further details or an informal chat please contact: Gaenor Hemingway, Tel: 01302 862520 or email
[email protected]
This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.
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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.
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 and provide advice/guidance in accurate spoken English.
