The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Base: Civic Building, Doncaster
Contract type: Permanent, Part time
Hours: 26.25 Hours per week, covering a 4 on 4 off rota pattern which includes weekends and bank holidays. The shift pattern is nights, 10pm-6am.
Salary: Grade 6 £26,403 - £27,255, pay award pending (pro rata)
Closing Date: 10 August 2026
Do you have a positive approach to work and enjoy the challenge of a busy role?
An opportunity has arisen to join the HEART team as a Call Handler responding to calls from telecare activations. You will be expected to take calls from a variety of individuals, many vulnerable, along with telephone calls from members of the public and other emergency service professionals.
The post requires someone with experience in helping & supporting individuals, with call handling experience being advantageous. Following accepting a call, the post holder will need to use their skills to understand the situation of the person and be able to liaise with families, emergency services and our response team to achieve the best outcome for individuals using the service and ensure they receive the support their require.
We need people who demonstrate:
Care – Compassion – Competence – Communication – Courage – Commitment
The hours of work are 7.5-hour shift with 30 minutes unpaid break (8 hours in total) working on a 4 on 4 off rota pattern, Nights - 10pm to 6am. The average weekly pay hours are 26.25hrs, based on the rota pattern.
We are part of the Home First team, and our main goal is to help people stay independent and living in their own home as long as it is safe and possible for them to do so.
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 - from 11th August 2026
Interviews – TBC
If you would like any further information, please contact: HEART managers on 01302 862164
We encourage applicants to use their own words to reflect their experience and skills and over-reliance on AI is discouraged.
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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.
Confirmation of appointment will be subject to a medical assessment.
