The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Based at: Stirling Resource Hub
Salary: Grade 5 - £25,584 Pro rata (Pay award pending)
Contract Type: Permanent, Part time, 30 hours per week
Closing Date: 19 July 2026
Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.
These are exciting times for Doncaster, with our Borough Strategy priorities to make Doncaster an attractive and secure place to live with support for our most vulnerable residents to enable people to enjoy life with their families and communities.
SMILE Day Opportunities provide support in an enabling environment to engage, empower and enhance individuals’ lives.
SMILE stands for Supportive, multi ability, intergenerational, life experiences
Are you creative, responsive and flexible?
Are you looking for a new challenge?
Do you enjoy doing something different?
Do you enjoy meeting new people?
Can you make a difference to someone’s day?
If this is, you then why not apply for a SMILE outreach worker post.
We have 13 SMILES borough wide. We offer weekly day opportunities to adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, autism, older people and people living with dementia. We deliver a range of fulfilling and innovative activities to adults of all ages who attend Doncaster SMILE Day services. Services are open 5 days per week, Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am and 4pm.
We are recruiting a 30hr Outreach Worker position, the post is required for Stirling SMILE in the town centre, although on occasion successful candidates may be required to cover at different SMILEs throughout the city.
We are looking for someone who has:
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Good communication and organisational skills
- Is willing to train and enhance knowledge and skills
- Is an enthusiastic and caring individual.
- A good team member
- Ability to work without direct supervision.
We will offer you a comprehensive training package, on the job training within a supportive team and the opportunity to gain nationally recognised qualifications.
You will have the opportunity to support people to achieve their chosen outcomes and meet their goals.
In exceptional circumstances, you will be asked to volunteer to help the residents of Doncaster, which may involve weekend and night working.
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 20th July 2026 and it is anticipated that interviews will be held week commencing 27th July 2026
For an informal chat please contact Sheron Lawton or Melanie Muldoon-Hall 01302 734043
This post involves 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.
