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Senior Social Worker - Maintaining Relationships Team
- South West
- Full Time
- £39,862 - £44,075 per annum
Temporary until 31 December 2026. This post is available as a Secondment to Devon County Council employees. INTERNAL ONLY (DCC Employees Only) Location: Flexible across Adopt South West region This Senior Social Worker role will sit within Adopt South West's Maintaining Relationships Team - Adoption Support service. The Maintaining Relationships Team was created in April 2025 in recognition of the importance of maintaining and strengthening the relationships between, and support of, all those affected by adoption - the adoptee, their birth family and their adoptive family. This secondment post offers the opportunity to make meaningful, tangible differences to the lives of adopted children and young people, their adoptive and birth families, as well support the wider development of this services as part of the regional and national modernising of adoption. The post holder will primarily support the functions within the Maintaining Relationships Team. This will include; Supporting proactive planning and review of Keeping In Touch (KIT) plans for adopted children and young people. This will include providing advice, guidance and training to colleagues and external professionals, as well as conducting and supporting others to review plans alongside adopted children and young people, adoptive parents and birth relatives. Working to support positive Keeping In Touch arrangements through work to facilitate direct and indirect keeping in touch methods. This might include attending and supporting adoptive families, adopted children, and birth relatives to enjoy positive time together as well as supporting effective letter writing and other means of communication to support adopted children and young people to gain a full sense of their identity. Supporting birth relatives to understand adoption processes where a plan of adoption may have been made for their child by a local authority and helping them to benefit their child, where they are able, through engagement in life story work and meeting with the adoptive family, and identifying additional sources of support for birth relatives to access. Birth relative support may also include working with birth relatives of children many years after their child was adopted. Planning, providing and facilitating positive group work and support groups opportunities for adopted children and young people, adoptive parents, birth relatives and adopted adults. Supporting adopted adults through providing them with information about their adoption history. This includes reviewing adoption files, summarising and sharing information about their early life to enable them to better understand and process their early life experiences and identity as an adopted person. This work also involves providing advice and signposting to the adult adoptee for further support. Contribute to the development of the Maintaining Relationships service in a wider way through engaging with regional and national development programmes alongside Adoption England and other regional adoption agencies and in providing advice, guidance and training to others within Adopt South West linked to all elements of the Maintaining Relationships work flows. The post holder will be expected to be flexible to complete other senior social worker tasks if the service requires, such as assessment of prospective adopters, family finding and assessment of adoption support need on occasion, but this will not be the focus of this post. Adopt South West supports flexible hybrid home/office working and the work base can be agreed to suit the post holder within the region. The post holder will need to work flexibly across the Adopt South West regional adoption agency area which covers Cornwall, Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay local authority areas. For an informal discussion please contact Claire Trivett claire.trivett@devon.gov.uk How to apply Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as described in the person specification of the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed. Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply. Please click Apply Now to see the Job Description. 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 . 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 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. Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice . For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page . We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). This role requires a DBS disclosure. Reference: REQ009386
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Data Migration Officer
- Exeter, Devon
- Full Time
- £30,518 - £33,699 per annum
Fixed Term or Secondment until May 2027 Devon County Council is seeking to transform its Adults and Childrens and Finance systems and is looking to recruit a Data Migration Officer. The role: This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in either data or IT, or someone who is keen to develop their skills in this high-profile area of work. The Data Migration Officer will be part of the overall Programme / Project team which aims to transform Devon’s IT systems to ensure the business needs of the Local Authority now and in the future. The Data Migration Officer will join an existing team Officers responsible for data profiling, mapping and cleansing as part of the Programme / Project team activity within a Data Migration Team. The Data Migration Officer will also be responsible for running frequent Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) tests and dealing with ad hoc queries from a variety of stakeholders internal and external to the Programme / Project team. The Data Migration Officer’s workload will be supervised and coordinated on a day-to-day basis by the Data Migration Team Leader who will also provide line-management. What we can offer you Working for Devon County Council has all the benefits that you can expect from a large employer. In return for the vital contribution that you make, we offer: 26 days annual leave per year (rising with length of service) plus Bank Holidays effective from 1 April 2024 Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme - more information can be found on the Peninsula Pensions website Access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme – available 24/7 to support you with personal and work life Flexible working opportunities, including home-working (subject to the needs of the role) Discounts from local and high street retailers through the Devon Discounts scheme If you would like to discuss this role further please contact Steve Davis either by email at stephen.davis@devon.gov.uk or by telephone on 01392 383000 ask for "Steve Davis". Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply. Please click Apply Now to see the Job Description. 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 . 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 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. Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice . For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page . We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). This role requires a DBS disclosure. Reference: REQ009373
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Social Worker - Adult Social care
- South Devon
- Part Time
- £39,862 - £44,075 per annum, pro rata
Join our experienced and supportive social care teams, where you’ll make a real difference to the lives of individuals with mental health conditions. We have fully implemented an exciting transformation programme in the way that Social Care is delivered within Devon Partnership Trust, and there are now more Assigned Social Workers than ever before, delivering the statutory functions of the Local Authority. About the Role We are seeking enthusiastic Social Work professionals who are committed to strengths-based practice, take pride in their profession, and are passionate about delivering high-quality social care pathways for individuals accessing secondary mental health services. You’ll deliver social care in line with the Care Act 2014, focusing on personalised, person-centred assessment, support planning, safeguarding, and review. You’ll work in partnership with statutory and voluntary sector organisations, and involve service users and carers in shaping an equitable, high-quality service. About You Qualified Social Worker (CQSW, DipSW, BA Hons, MA or equivalent), registered with Social Work England. Completion of the Assessed First Year in post-qualifying Social Work practice (if appropriate). Commitment to ongoing professional development. Bring a comprehensive working knowledge of the issues currently impacting on social care delivery, you will be up-to-date with policy and practice development. Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (travel across rural areas required). What We Offer Generous annual leave, & the ability to purchase additional annual leave. Employee Assistance for the times you may need some support and a variety of employee well-being services. We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements wherever possible, including working from home. 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. A beautiful place to live and work, with vibrant cities, scenic coast, and countryside Career Pathway We have implemented the first phase of a new Social Worker Career Pathway within Adult Services, offering roles at either Social Worker (Grade F) or Experienced Social Worker (Grade G) levels. These roles are aligned with the Professional Capability Framework (PCF) , providing a clear and structured route for career progression. Candidates will be assessed against PCF domains during the interview process to determine their appointment level. Those starting at Grade F can progress to Grade G by demonstrating development through a portfolio of evidence, supported by ongoing learning and supervision. Staff Testimonials “So much of social work practice is about empowering, supporting, and breaking down barriers within systems that oppress people. The function of assessment is vital, holistic, and supportive. I thoroughly enjoyed the challenge of working in an inter-agency way, which has galvanised my identity as a social worker.” — Amanda, Social Worker “Working in the South and West Social Care Team gives me the opportunity to have meaningful conversations with people about their lives and aspirations. The team is supportive, and there are opportunities for developing professional skills and reflection.” — Elaine, Social Worker Ready to Make a Real Difference? For more information, contact Helen Sowden, Social Care Team Manager, on 01803 866225. Internal applicants: Please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply. The closing date for applications is 30th April 2026 - Apply early to avoid disappointment - the vacancy may close before this date if a sufficient number of applications are submitted. Please click Apply Now to view the Job Description Additional Information 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 . 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. Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice . Happy to Talk Flexible Working . For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page . This role requires a DBS disclosure. Please note: At this time we are only accepting applications from candidates who are currently residing in the UK, and are unable to consider overseas applications. REQ009376 Integrated Adult Social Care
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