Reception jobs in Doncaster

Opportunities across children’s residential care, supported accommodation and specialist education

To see our opportunities and apply, visit our recruitment page:
https://www.illuminatecaregroup.co.uk/staff-and-recruitment

Illuminate Care Group supports children and young people to feel safe, build confidence and work towards their goals. Our T.R.I.B.E. values guide how we work: Trust, Respect, Impact, Belonging and Enablement. Across our homes and education settings, we focus on trusting relationships, love-led care and trauma-responsive practice.

We welcome applications from people interested in the roles below. Some opportunities depend on current vacancies and service needs. If your preferred role is not available now, you can ask us to keep your details for future opportunities.

Roles across our services

• Deputy Manager – Supported Accommodation: Help lead 4–5 homes for young people aged 16–18 across Doncaster and the surrounding areas. You will support staff, oversee safeguarding and service quality, work with local authorities and help young people prepare for independence. This is a full-time, permanent role with on-call responsibilities. Salary: £34,000–£38,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications, plus mileage at 45p per mile. Experience managing supported accommodation or children’s residential services is essential.
• Deputy Manager – Residential Services: Help lead a children’s home, support staff, oversee safeguarding and care planning, and work alongside the Registered Manager. Salary: £38,000 per year for 37.5 hours per week, with some evenings, weekends and on-call duties. You will need a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent, at least two years’ residential childcare experience and leadership experience.
• Support Care Worker – Children’s Residential Home: Support children with daily routines, education and activities. Build trusting relationships, help them develop life skills and keep clear records. A Level 3 qualification, or willingness to work towards one, is welcome. Availability of permanent positions depends on the home. 36 hours per week, Shifts include days, evenings, weekends, waking nights and sleep-ins. £28,000 - £30,000 per annum depending upon experience.
• Support Mentor: Work with young people, including those with social, emotional and mental health needs. Help them develop independence, manage emotions, take part in activities and work towards personal goals. 39 hours per week, Shifts include days, evenings, weekends, waking nights and sleep-ins. £27,276.60 per annum.
• Bank Support Mentor – Doncaster: Provide flexible cover supporting young people aged 16–18 and young adults aged 18–24. You will help with wellbeing, daily routines, appointments and practical skills such as cooking and budgeting. Pay: £13.45 per hour plus £60 per sleep-in and mileage at 45p per mile. Shifts may include days, evenings, weekends, waking nights and sleep-ins. Hours are not guaranteed. No formal care experience is required, but you must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Bank Support Care Worker – Children’s Home near Gainsborough: Support children aged 9–18 in a warm, nurturing home. You will build positive relationships, help keep children safe, write clear records and work with the team using love-led, trauma-responsive practice. Pay: £13.45 per hour, plus £60 per sleep-in and mileage at 45p per mile. A driving licence is desirable. We provide training, and you must be willing to work towards a Level 3 qualification in residential childcare. Only bank positions are available at this home; hours are not guaranteed.
• Bank Support Worker – Residential and Supported Accommodation: Provide flexible cover across our services. Shifts may include evenings, weekends and sleep-ins, depending on the service. Hours are offered according to need and are not guaranteed. Only bank positions are available at this home; hours are not guaranteed.
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant / Teaching Assistant / Tutor – Illuminate You: Help children aged 10–16 with learning, emotional regulation and additional needs at our education settings in Marton, Gainsborough and Hemswell. Depending on the role, you may teach or support individuals and small groups, adapt learning activities and work alongside care and education staff. £25,000–£32,000 per year, depending on the position, experience and qualifications. The stated pattern is Monday to Friday, 08:30–16:05, for 42 weeks per year; term-time-only contracts may be considered.
• Business Administrator – Office and Operations Support: Help run our school and service office. Duties include reception, diaries, correspondence, visitor records, supplies, events, petty cash and site administration. The role is mainly on site, with some flexibility for remote or hybrid working. £27,000 - £35,000 dependant upon experience

Across our services, we look for people who communicate eloquently, treat others with respect and take safeguarding seriously. Experience, qualifications, hours and pay vary by role. We offer induction, training, supervision and opportunities to develop your career.

To see our opportunities and apply, visit our recruitment page:
https://www.illuminatecaregroup.co.uk/staff-and-recruitment

Please state the role or area of work you are interested in when you apply.

Safeguarding Statement

Illuminate Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff must share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Please Note

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must have a good level of physical fitness to safely participate in physical interventions where necessary, in line with our Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) framework. This may include supporting young people during crisis situations, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all individuals involved.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to support Skilled Worker or other visa applications for this position.

You will be required to complete an application form provided by us before attending an interview.

Pay: £27,000.00-£38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme

Application question(s):

• Please ensure you apply via the website via the link in the advert, we will not be screening applicants via indeed

Work Location: In person