Advanced Social Worker

Devon County Council; United States; Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave: 26–31 days

Flexible working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Relocation assistance up to £8,000

Job summary

Devon County Council is seeking an Advanced Social Worker to join our Community Team in West Devon, covering Ivybridge, Kingsbridge and Tavistock and Hospital Discharge Teams. Based at The Byre, Yealmpton, with hybrid working options and a minimum of three days in the office, you'll lead complex cases and support colleagues.

You'll deputise for the Team Manager, chair safeguarding meetings, mentor colleagues and promote high standards of practice; apply legal literacy and social work legislation

Qualifications

• Qualified and registered Social Worker with experience in adult social care.
• Experience in leadership, mentoring and coaching.
• Strong safeguarding experience and professional judgement.
• Ability to work across teams and promote high standards of practice.

Responsibilities

• Deputise for the Team Manager, supporting effective day-to-day leadership.
• Chair safeguarding meetings, providing confident and informed leadership.
• Supervise, mentor and support colleagues, promoting reflective practice.
• Manage a small but complex caseload with professional judgement.
• Provide expert advice and guidance with knowledge of statutory duties.
• Champion high-quality, person-centred practice and outcomes for people.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Coaching

Complex casework

Safeguarding

Communication

Education

Qualified & Registered Social Worker

Job description

Are you an experienced Social Worker ready to take the next step in your career, or an existing Advanced Social Worker looking for a new challenge? We're looking for a passionate and experienced Advanced Social Worker to join our supportive Community Team in West Devon, covering the Community Health and Social Care Teams in Ivybridge, Kingsbridge and Tavistock and the Hospital Discharge Teams. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a key leadership role within the team, using your experience and professional expertise to influence practice, support colleagues and make a real difference to the lives of the people and communities we serve.

What you'll be doing

Based at The Byre, Yealmpton, with hybrid working options and a minimum of three days in the office, you'll work with adults aged 17 and above, supporting people through transition and across adulthood into later life. As an Advanced Social Worker, you'll play a pivotal role within the team. You'll combine complex casework with practice leadership, supporting colleagues and helping to promote consistently high standards of social work practice.

• Deputise for the Team Manager, supporting the effective day-to-day leadership of the team
• Chair safeguarding meetings, providing confident and informed professional leadership
• Supervise, mentor and support colleagues, encouraging reflective practice and professional development
• Manage a small but complex caseload, applying your experience and professional judgement to achieve positive outcomes
• Provide expert advice and guidance, demonstrating strong legal literacy and a thorough understanding of statutory duties and social work legislation
• Champion high-quality, person-centred practice, helping colleagues to build on strengths, navigate complexity and achieve the best possible outcomes for the people we support
• 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
• The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
• 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
• We're looking for someone who brings experience, confidence and sound professional judgement, alongside a genuine commitment to supporting others to develop

You’ll need:

• To be a qualified and registered Social Worker with experience in adult social care
• Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring skills
• Experience and confidence in managing complex casework and safeguarding
• Strong professional judgement and the ability to provide guidance to colleagues
• A commitment to reflective, strengths-based and person-centred practice
• A commitment to upholding our organisation's values and behaviours

Whether you're already here or considering relocating, this could be your opportunity to develop your career, make a difference and build your future in Devon.

Above all, you'll be someone who is passionate about great social work practice and enjoys sharing your knowledge and experience to help others succeed. Our offer to you: We want you to feel supported to thrive in your role and continue developing throughout your career.

• Professional development: We are committed to your continuous professional development and will support you to get the most from your career. You'll receive regular supervision, alongside opportunities to reflect on your practice with your line manager and peers.
• Generous annual leave: 26 days' annual leave, plus Bank Holidays, rising incrementally to 31 days after five years' service.
• Flexible working: Opportunities may include part-time hours, flexitime, compressed working hours and homeworking, subject to the needs of the role. We'd be happy to discuss this further at interview.
• Pension: Access to the generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Relocation support: If you are currently living, working or studying in the UK and are looking to relocate to Devon, you may be eligible for relocation support of up to £8,000, subject to qualifying conditions.