UASC Social Worker x2 posts (CDC)

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Flexible working requests

Job summary

City of Doncaster Council is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join the Inspiring Futures Team, focused on separated children. You will handle assessments, safeguarding and family support, working within a fixed shift pattern and flexible requests.

A strong commitment to high practice standards and child-centred outcomes is essential. Essential qualifications include a BA/MA in Social Work (or equivalent) and registration with Social Work England.

Qualifications

• BA/MA in Social Work or equivalent recognised qualification
• Registered with Social Work England
• Experience of working with children and families, preferably as a qualified social worker
• Ability to build strong relationships with children, families, colleagues and partner agencies
• Ability to analyse information and write high-quality assessments
• Focus on supporting families to help them resolve challenges
• Commitment to provide children in care with support to thrive
• Focus on continuing professional development
• Motivation and resilience
• Knowledge of separated children and asylum process

Responsibilities

• Carry out social work assessments for separated children.
• Support families to make positive changes and enable children to meet their potential.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with children, families, and partner agencies.
• Ensure high standards of practice and effective case management.
• Contribute to positive outcomes for children in care and safeguarding.

Skills

Experience with children and families

Excellent communication

Assessment writing

Education

BA/MA in Social Work or equivalent

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

Based at: Colonnades House, Duke Street, Doncaster, DN1 1ER

Salary details: Grade 9 £42,123 - £46,579 / Grade 10 £49,817 - £54,143 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 37 hours per week

Flexible working arrangements: Fixed shift pattern, flexible working requests considered.

Closing date: 9th October 2026

Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to these posts.

These posts operate under a Career Grade/Grading Assessment Scheme, with starting salary and progression through the grades being linked to experience, qualifications and level of work being undertaken.

The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation which puts improving the life of its residents at the centre of everything we do. You have an opportunity to be part of this in the role of UASC Social Worker.

City of Doncaster Children’s Services are looking for qualified and experienced social workers to join our Inspiring Futures Team as a Social Worker for separated children. Do you want to work for an organisation that is committed to providing stability, manageable workloads and which puts children at the heart of everything it does? Are you committed to the highest practice standards and to achieving better outcomes for children and their families? If so, we want to hear from you.

We have a strong, visible, accessible leadership team and a heartfelt pledge to deliver outstanding services to children and their families.

What are we asking from you?

• A BA or MA in Social Work, Diploma in Social Work, or equivalent recognised qualification
• Registered with Social Work England
• Experience of working with children and families, preferably as a qualified social worker
• An ability to build strong relationships with children, their families, colleagues, and partner agencies
• To be able to support families to make positive changes and enable children to meet their potential
• An ability to analyse information effectively and to write high-quality assessments
• A focus on supporting families to help them resolve their challenges
• The commitment to provide children in care with the support they need to thrive
• To focus on your own continuing professional development
• Motivation and resilience
• Knowledge of separated children and the asylum process.

What can we offer you?

• A competitive salary, with retention payments
• Brilliant learning and development opportunities, with investment in staffing, resources, high quality training and leadership
• Realistic caseloads, depending on role and experience, with a system of monitoring these to ensure they stay that way
• Stable and experienced leaders, who offer high quality, frequent and reflective supervision
• Fantastic small, friendly teams in lively, welcoming offices, with a supportive Advanced Practitioner and Team Manager
• Strong links with our partner agencies, who are involved, active and accountable.
• Generous annual leave and a range of flexible and hybrid working options, along with the tools and tech you need for agile working
• A great rewards and recognition package, offering discounts and salary sacrifice schemes
• Excellent transport links to the motorways M18, A1, M1 and M62.

We value a range of experiences and skills. If you have transferable skills from other roles or voluntary work, we encourage you to apply.

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.

Shortlisting will take place week commencing 12th October 2026 and interviews are anticipated on 19th October 2026.

For further details or an informal chat please contact: Sarah Cawood or Hannah Paton, Team Managers – [e-mail] / [e-mail]

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 ([e-mail]) 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.

These posts involve working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check

Company: City Of Doncaster Council

Salary: £42,123 - £46,579 / Grade 10 £49,817 - £54,143 pa

Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Sector: Health and Social Care

Job Role: Social Worker