The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Based at: Colonnades House, Duke Street, Doncaster, DN1 1ER
Salary details: Grade 8, £34,434 - £38,221 (pay award pending)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Closing date: 16 August 2026
Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to these posts.
The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation which puts improving the life of its residents at the centre of everything we do. You have an opportunity to be part of this in the role of Personal Advisor IFT.
Do you have a positive approach to work and enjoy the challenge of a busy role?
We have an opportunity for you. Our Personal Advisors play a key role in ensuring good outcomes for children, young people and families by providing high quality, cost-effective services based on the experience and progress of children in care and care leavers. To deliver an efficient and effective leaving care service to young people that supports the outcomes of ‘Keep on Caring’ and related national and local priorities and policy objectives.
Core responsibilities and duties will include developing collaborative and aspirational Pathway Plans, utilising current best practice standards, managing change, making informed decisions, and delivering at pace, appropriate care plans, for those leaving the care system.
To support young people in care and those leaving care, including separated young people, to navigate the complexities of accessing services, including housing, education and employment, health, emotional wellbeing, and other services as required.
Personal Advisors manage an individual case load of young people, with additional complexities, such as children and young people with disabilities, separated young people, those in the criminal justice system and those at risk of Child/Vulnerable Adult Exploitation.
Due to the nature of the post, the successful applicant will have a full UK driving licence or alternative means of travelling both in and outside of the Doncaster area. The role primarily works within the hours of 9am-5pm, however there are occasions where Personal Advisors are required to work outside these hours to support our young people in crisis or to engage in positive activity.
We value a range of experiences and skills. If you have transferable skills from other roles or voluntary work, we encourage you to apply.
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 to be confirmed and interview dates will be week commencing 24/08/26.
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.
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.
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.
