Community Care Officer x 5 Posts (CDC)

Based at: Civic Office, Bentley Resource Centre & Vermuyden Centre Thorne

Salary: Grade 7 - £29,542 - £32,578

Contract Type: Temporary (until the end of March 2027), Full time, 37 hours per week

Post 1: Adult Central Team, Civic Office Doncaster

Post 2 & 3: Adult North Team, Bentley Resource Centre Bentley

Post 4 & 5: Adult East Team, Vermuyden Centre Thorne

Closing date: 22 November 2026

Please state clearly on your application form which post(s) you wish to apply for.

Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.

Would you like to be part of Adult Social Care, offering support and guidance to residents of Doncaster and their families across the city.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the Adults Wellbeing and Culture Directorate as a Community Care Officer. Undertaking initial conversations and assessments for people and carers who need support, promoting independence and reducing risks for adults living in Doncaster in line with the Care Act (2014).

This is primarily an office-based role within a locality duty team. The post holder will act as a key point of contact for adults, carers, families and professionals, providing timely information, advice and guidance, triaging referrals, responding to enquiries and coordinating appropriate support to promote wellbeing, independence and safety.

As a Community Care Officer you will also support and assist in the development and implementation of the locality-based community led support model using creative ways to support service users and carers

Applying a person centred, strengths-based approach alongside other professionals to identify what support is needed whilst respecting individual values, culture and diversity. Your role will also include safeguarding vulnerable adults when the need arises, working closely with others for support.

Essential skills and knowledge in recording and report writing, strength-based approach to assessment with an aim of positive outcomes, awareness and experience of risk assessment are key to the role. You will also work with carers to support, signpost and assess their needs in accordance with the Care Act 2014. Knowledge of current Adult Social Care Policy and legislation is key.

The work can be a challenging but an extremely rewarding role.

In return for your contribution, we offer:

• 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.

If you enjoy supporting people to achieve their outcomes and working as part of a dedicated team this may be the role for you.

Shortlisting date: Week commencing: 23 November 2026

Interviews Week commencing: Week commencing 30 November 2026

For further information or to discuss the vacancy please contact: Sarah Walton Bentley sarah.walton@doncaster.gov.uk

Rebecca Rosbottom Civic Doncaster rebecca.rosbottom@doncaster.gov.uk

Sue Welch Thorne sue.welch@doncaster.gov.uk

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

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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 being able to provide advice and guidance in accurate spoken English.