Experienced Adult Social Worker - Flexible Hybrid

Devonjobs; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Hybrid working

Career progression

LGPS pension

Flexible working

Job summary

Devon County Council is seeking an Experienced Social Worker to join Adults Services across North Devon, including Barnstaple, Bideford and Ilfracombe. You will deliver strengths-based assessments, support care planning, safeguarding and Court of Protection work as part of a supportive team.

You will contribute to service development, mentor colleagues, and benefit from flexible and hybrid working, with progression through the PCF framework and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• A registered Social Worker with Social Work England.
• Experienced in adult social care practice, including risk assessment, safeguarding, care planning and partnership working.
• Knowledgeable about the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act.
• Skilled at communicating with adults, families and professionals with clarity, empathy and confidence.
• Able to work autonomously, manage a varied caseload and make sound professional decisions.
• Committed to reflective practice and ongoing professional development.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required (reasonable adjustments considered).

Responsibilities

• Use a strengths-based, person-centred approach to support adults to maximise independence and choice.
• Complete complex assessments using a range of health and social care tools, including Care Act assessments and contributions to CHC processes.
• Apply the Mental Capacity Act, including the two stage test and Best Interest decision-making.
• Identify and promote enablement and reablement opportunities.
• Lead and complete safeguarding enquiries, including complex or whole service concerns.
• Work collaboratively with health partners, voluntary sector organisations and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Undertake work relating to the Court of Protection, including making applications for authorisation of deprivations of liberty in the community where required.
• Maintain accurate, timely and reflective case records.
• Mentor students, NQSWs and less experienced colleagues, supporting their development and modelling best practice.
• Contribute to service development and continuous improvement.

Skills

Registered Social Worker

Risk assessment & safeguarding

Strong communication

Autonomous working

Job description

Devon County Council is seeking an Experienced Social Worker to join Adults Services across North Devon, including Barnstaple, Bideford and Ilfracombe. You will deliver strengths-based assessments, support care planning, safeguarding and Court of Protection work as part of a supportive team.

You will contribute to service development, mentor colleagues, and benefit from flexible and hybrid working, with progression through the PCF framework and opportunities for professional growth.