Social Worker – Build Lasting Change for Children

Devon County Council; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Devon County Council is seeking experienced Social Workers to join Torbay Children's Services across Assessment & Intervention, Care Proceedings and Cared For Teams. You will work within safeguarding frameworks, build relationships with children and families, and influence outcomes through restorative practice.

You'll contribute to planning, risk assessment and service delivery in a supportive, learning-oriented environment with clear career progression and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• ASYE completed.
• At least two years post-qualification experience in children's social care.
• Skilled in risk management, assessments, and planning for children.
• Experience with safeguarding processes and statutory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Child and Family Assessments and safeguarding work.
• Lead Public Law Outline and care proceedings where appropriate.
• Plan interventions to keep children safe within families.
• Support care leavers with permanence and positive outcomes.

Skills

Risk assessment

Assessment planning

Relationship-based practice

Court work

Education

Social Work England registration

ASYE completed

Job description

Devon County Council is seeking experienced Social Workers to join Torbay Children's Services across Assessment & Intervention, Care Proceedings and Cared For Teams. You will work within safeguarding frameworks, build relationships with children and families, and influence outcomes through restorative practice.

You'll contribute to planning, risk assessment and service delivery in a supportive, learning-oriented environment with clear career progression and ongoing professional development.