Advanced Social Worker

Devon County Council; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Free onsite parking

Employee assistance programme

Hybrid working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Cycle to work

EV salary sacrifice scheme

Job summary

Devon County Council's Disabled Children's Service in Mid & East Devon is seeking an Advanced Social Worker to lead high-quality practice with children and families. You will supervise, coach and mentor colleagues, co-work complex cases and support robust assessments and court work.

You will work alongside the Team Manager on day-to-day operations, contribute to audits and service improvements, and chair practice-based meetings or deputise when required.

Qualifications

• Substantial post-qualifying experience in complex statutory casework, multi-agency working and court work.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and practice, with sound professional judgement and a commitment to working alongside children and families.
• Experience in supervision, coaching and mentoring, supporting colleagues' learning and practice improvement.
• A recognised social work qualification, Social Work England registration and a Practice Educator Award, or willingness to undertake the training at the earliest opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Lead role in developing high-quality, evidence-based practice and co-work complex cases.
• Provide professional supervision, coaching and mentoring to colleagues.
• Undertake and co-work complex cases, supporting robust assessments, risk management and court work.
• Contribute to day-to-day operations, audits and service improvements, chair practice-based meetings or deputise when required.

Skills

Post-qualifying experience

Supervision & mentoring

Court work

Education

Social Work qualification

Social Work England registration

Practice Educator Award

Job description

Ready to share your experience and help shape excellent social work practice? Join our Disabled Children's Service in Mid & East Devon as an Advanced Social Worker. You'll combine work with children and families with opportunities to mentor colleagues, guide complex decisions and make a lasting difference., As an Advanced Social Worker, you will take a lead role in developing high-quality, evidence-based practice. You will provide professional supervision, coaching and mentoring, helping colleagues build confidence and develop their skills. You will undertake and co-work complex cases, supporting robust assessments, risk management and court work. Alongside the Team Manager, you'll help with day-to-day operational issues, contribute to audits and service improvements, and chair practice-based meetings or deputise when required. This is an opportunity to stay close to direct practice while developing others, encouraging reflection and sharing learning across the service.,

• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
• Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.
  You will have substantial post qualifying experience and be a strong advocate for Devon's children and young people, working creatively and flexibly to help them reach their full potential. You will bring:
• Substantial experience, including complex statutory casework, multi-agency working and court work.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and practice, with sound professional judgement and a commitment to working alongside children and families.
• Skills in supervision, coaching and mentoring, with experience of supporting colleagues' learning and improving practice.
• A recognised social work qualification, Social Work England registration and a Practice Educator Award, or willingness to undertake the training at the earliest opportunity.
• Strong communication and assessment skills, with evidence of ongoing professional development.
• The salary will be determined by qualifications, skills and experience. Please refer to the Advanced Social Worker job description and person specification for the full requirements of the role.
• A suitable DBS check.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Confidence and fluency in spoken English.
• We work with disabled children, young people and their families to understand what matters to them and provide specialist support. Our work spans the full range of statutory social work responsibilities, from assessments, child in need and child protection to children in care and the transition to adulthood. You will work closely with colleagues across health, education, care and community services, bringing together the right support for each child and family. Together, we help children and young people build on their strengths and reach their full potential. If you're passionate about working alongside disabled children and their families, this is an opportunity to bring your skills to a supportive team that shares your commitment to making a meaningful difference.
• DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
• For details on the use of AI in applications and Devon County Council's use of AI in Recruitment please see Use of AI in Our Recruitment Processes - Working for Devon | Devon County Council
• Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part‑time, condensed hours. In return for the skills and commitment you bring, you'll have access to a range of benefits, including:
• Generous annual leave, with the option to purchase more
• Free onsite parking
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support, including hybrid working
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounts at 900+ retailers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme