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Job details Job reference REQ15028 Date posted 07/09/2023 Application closing date 24/09/2023 Location Civic Office Salary Grade 7 = \xc2\xa324,044 - \xc2\xa326,740 (Pay Award Pending) Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Job category/type Social Care Attachments

Community Care officer LSE Job description

Community Care Officer- Supported Employment- CALDT Team.

Based at: Civic Offices

Salary details: Grade 7, \xc2\xa324,044 - \xc2\xa326,740 (Pay Award Pending)

Contract Type: Temporary Fixed Term, until March 2025.

Closing date: 24th September 2023

Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post

There\xe2\x80\x99s never been a more exciting time to join Doncaster Council.

We are passionate about Doncaster - it\xe2\x80\x99s a great place to live, do business and visit.

We have plenty to shout about \xe2\x80\x93 Doncaster is the UK\xe2\x80\x99s best connected location, we have many major developments in the pipeline, a vibrant urban centre with a thriving arts and cultural scene, sport and leisure attractions, wonderful green spaces and a fascinating heritage. We firmly believe, as do our partners, that Doncaster is the place to be with a bright future and ambitions ahead of it. But don\xe2\x80\x99t just take our word for it \xe2\x80\x93 anyone joining the council, can look forward to expanding their knowledge and skills in a dynamic, creative and nurturing environment while truly making a difference to the communities we serve.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Community Care Officer in the Community Adult Learning Disability Team, specialising in Local Supported Employment.

The role is to coordinate a Local Supported Employment Initiative for people with a Learning Disability and/or Autism. The role will include direct support and assessment in relation to people with learning disabilities and/or Austim, being able to move into employment.

The successful candidate will be need to develop positive relationships with colleagues, partners and local employers.

We are looking for someone who has is creative, adaptable and has the know how to make a difference in supporting people in sustainable employment.

The post will report directly to the CALDT Team Leader.

To provide a high quality, integrated, effective social work service to adults with a diagnosed learning disability and/or autism, carers and the community in accordance with the Health and Social Care Act 2014 statutory requirements, local policy, procedure and guidance.

The post holder will need to be able to work autonomously using initiative to manage their own caseload with the oversight and supervison of the Advanced Practitioner. The role will involve undertaking holistic, strengths based assessments with adults, carers and families to help them make informed choices and decisions, enabling them to clarify and express their needs, manage risk and contribute to service planning. You will provide written and verbal records and reports which are concise, factual and informative based on analysis of evidence. You will recieve on-going training throughout both formally and informally.

Further details about the responsibilities and requirements of the roles are contained in the job profile and role summary.

In return for your hard work and dedication, we can offer you the chance to be part of a great team dedicated to ensuring that all people in Doncaster thrive. You will also have access to a variety of attractive employee benefits including competitive leave entitlement, local government pension scheme and access to a range of staff discount and flexible benefits schemes. Visit our page to find out more.

Shortlisting w/c 25th September

Interview dates w/c 2nd October

If you would like to discuss these opportunities further please contact Team Leader, Helen Naylor 01302 737236 ( ) , or Sarah Ormandy-White 01302 736085 ( )

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

Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community where we strive to improve the quality of life for all. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff to share these commitments.

Confirmation of appointment will be subject to a medical assessment.

Doncaster Council