The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Based at: Various locations - see below
Salary details: Grade 8/9 £34,434 (ASYE) - £45,092 per annum (pay award pending)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per wek
Closing date: 14 June 2026
Calling All Qualified Social Workers
Come join us in Doncaster Adult Social Care if you want to get back to what you trained for-
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Value driven, rights-based practice.
- People before processes.
- Supporting Doncaster people to live their best lives.
- Shaping and developing practice and services alongside colleagues and people with lived experience.
- Working with a great team to collectively serve the people of Doncaster.
Above all we want someone who shares our vision and values described in our Practice Framework.
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We have a range of exciting new opportunities for qualified social workers across Doncaster’s Adult Social Care Teams
Based at: North Locality Team
South Locality Team
Transitions Team-
Join Doncaster’s Transitions Team and support young people with additional needs to achieve meaningful and lasting adult outcomes. Guided by Doncaster’s values of working collaboratively, putting people and families at the centre, and striving for the best possible outcomes, you’ll work alongside partners to deliver high‑quality, strengths‑based support.
Your role will focus on the four pillars of Preparation for Adulthood – employment and education, independent living, good health, and friends, relationships and community inclusion – ensuring plans are purposeful, aspirational and led by what matters most to young people.
This is also an exciting opportunity to help shape and develop transition services, influencing how we respond to local needs and improve outcomes for future generations. If you are a social worker who wants to make a real difference at a pivotal life stage and have a voice in service development, the Transitions Team offers rewarding, impactful work in a supportive and innovative environment.
Community Autism and Learning Disability Team-
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.
Shortlisting to be confirmed and face to face full day interviews are anticipated on 24 June 2026.
For further details or an informal chat, please contact Rebecca Rosbottom on
[email protected]
Please clearly state the teams you are interested in on your application form.
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.
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.
Confirmation of appointment will be subject to a medical assessment.
