Social Worker - Disabled Children's Service

Devon County Council; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority council in Exeter is seeking dedicated Social Workers to support disabled children and their families. The role involves delivering statutory responsibilities, conducting assessments, and collaborating with other agencies to ensure holistic support. Candidates should have a social work qualification and experience in social care. This position offers a pathway for career progression and attractive employee benefits, emphasizing work-life balance and professional development.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Free onsite parking

Flexible working opportunities

Employee Assistance program

Membership of Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounts at retailers

Cycle to work scheme

Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Qualifications

• Sound judgement and compassion, using evidence-based assessment tools.
• Advocating for disabled children and young people in Devon.

Responsibilities

• Delivering statutory support to disabled children and families.
• Conducting assessments, child protection, and transition planning.

Skills

Knowledge and understanding of social work legislation

Ability to build effective professional relationships

Experience in multi-agency and court environments

High-level written and verbal communication skills

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Are you passionate about improving the lives of disabled children and young people in Devon?

Our Disabled Children’s Service is looking for dedicated Social Workers to help deliver a wide range of statutory responsibilities, supporting families who need additional help or specialist care to keep their children safe and thriving.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for all social workers who have successfully completed their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) to be at the forefront of change - empowering families, protecting children, and helping to shape brighter futures.

Working across the full spectrum of statutory services, including assessments, child in need, child protection, children in care, and transition to adulthood, you will provide consistent and holistic support throughout each child’s journey.

Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, and by partnering closely with health, education, care, and community agencies, you will be instrumental in developing joined-up plans that put children, young people and families at the centre.

We have opportunities in the following locations :

• Exeter & East – Exeter
• North & Mid – Barnstaple
• South & West – Totnes

About You

Bringing sound judgement, compassion, and confidence you will use evidence-based tools to assess risk and develop strengths-based plans that support positive outcomes.

Advocating for children and young people in Devon, your skills and experience will include :

• Knowledge and understanding of the legislation, models, and theories relevant to children’s social work
• The ability to build effective professional relationships with children, families, and other professionals
• Experience working within social care , including working in a multi-agency and court environment
• A social work qualification , registration with Social Work England and successful completion of your ASYE
• A high-level of written and verbal communication skills

This role offers a clear pathway for progression, with opportunities to advance to the Experienced Social Worker (Grade G) level. It is aligned is aligned with the national .

If you're committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for Disabled Children and their families in Devon, and want to be part of a team that values partnership whilst making positive change, we'd love to hear from you!

Working in Children’s Social Care in Devon

Devon County Council is currently on an ambitious journey of cultural change. We're continuing to embed and relational ways of working and we believe that for most, the family home is the best place for children to live and thrive.

We are extremely proud of our Children’s Social Care workforce and what they have achieved (and will continue to achieve) for children and families throughout Devon.

We offer some fantastic employee benefits, including :

• Generous annual leave, with an option to purchase more
• Free onsite parking
• Flexible working opportunities and promotion of a healthy work-life balance, including working from home where possible – Please visit for more information
• Employee Assistance for the times you may need some support and a variety of employee well-being services
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounts at over 900 national & local high street retailers through our benefits platform
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme