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Assigned Forensic Social Worker - Mental Health
- Teignbridge, Devon
- Full Time
- £39,862.00 - £44,075.00 per annum
Internal DCC Employees Only We are pleased to re-advertise this secondment opportunity within our well-established and stable social work team at Langdon Hospital. The vacancy has arisen following the successful progression of a team member who originally joined us on secondment earlier this year, and subsequently secured a permanent post within the team after a colleague’s retirement. The secondment itself is to cover another member of the team who secured a secondment working within Devon County Council’s AMHP service. We believe this reflects both the supportive environment and the genuine development opportunities available in mental health social work in Devon County Council in partnership with Devon Partnership NHS Trust. The forensic mental health social work role offers a rewarding balance of responsibilities—not solely focused on statutory duties, but also opportunities for meaningful therapeutic social work with individuals and those in their networks. It involves working closely with other responsible agencies and multi-disciplinary colleagues, sharing responsibility for the care and pathway planning of individuals in the hospital. Our team is actively connected to the National Group of Social Work Managers in Secure Services, providing access to role-specific training, and a practice toolkit to support quality and consistency. This is a rewarding role that allows you to make a real difference in the lives of individuals at a critical point in their recovery journey. If you're passionate about social justice, mental health, and collaborative care, we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Undertake comprehensive assessments and contribute to care planning and risk management strategies. For those who are the responsibility of Devon County Council this will include responsibility for social care assessments under s117 MHA to support discharge planning. Act as a liaison between the hospital, families, external agencies, and the criminal justice system. Provide specialist practice support and advice on social care elements, including safeguarding, capacity, and other legal frameworks (e.g., MHA, MCA, MAPPA, VLO) Write relevant reports and participate in Mental Health Tribunals, CPA meetings, and discharge planning meetings. Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to support recovery-focused, least restrictive care. Ensure compliance with national guidelines, legislation, and professional standards. Promote the social model of care and advocate for the rights and dignity of service users. About You: We are looking for a compassionate and resilient professional with: A degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England. Experience or relevant transferable skills for working in forensic, secure, or mental health settings. Good knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Mental Health Act, Care Act, and MAPPA framework. Excellent communication, advocacy, clinical record and report writing skills. The ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. A trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and rights-based approach to care. What We Offer: A supportive and inclusive working environment. Opportunities for professional development, and training. Regular team meetings, supervision, reflective practice and peer support. Modern building in beautiful location with views, free car parking, and on site gym and cafe. For more information please contact: Tom Wood, Forensic Social Work Lead - Tom.woodd@nhs.net or 07976 155 314 Interviews are to be confirmed This post is being offered as a Secondment opportunity for 6 months (with a possibility to extend due to maternity cover requirement) Please ensure you obtain agreement from your line manager prior to making an application, as this is essential for your application to be considered. Please click ‘Apply Now' to view the job description 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. 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. This role requires Social Work England Registration (SWE) REQ009786 Integrated Adult Social Care
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Main Grade Educational Psychologist
- Exeter, North Devon, South Hams, Devon
- Multiple Terms
- £47,045 - £57,766 per annum (plus up to 3 additional SPA points)
Full time and part-time permanent posts are available Salary: Soulbury Scale A Scale points: 2 – 7 plus up to 3 additional SPA points Devon educational psychology service As a place to live and work, Devon is hard to beat with top-performing schools, universities, vibrant cities, pretty villages and some of the most scenic coast and countryside in the UK. Living and working in Devon has never been more attractive. Devon Educational Psychology Service (EPS) is a well-established, lively and thriving EP community, which is undergoing an exciting period of development. We are looking for main grade EPs to join our friendly and dynamic service to support the delivery of strategic priorities as part of Devon’s SEND transformation. We welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences to enrich our team. We welcome applications from experienced EPs as well as from Year 2 & 3 trainees. We have vacancies in Barnstaple, Totnes and Exeter. Why work for us? SEND services in Devon are being transformed. The EPS is central to influencing and delivering these cultural changes. There are opportunities to be involved in the implementation of Devon’s Ordinarily Available Inclusive Provision toolkit which will support schools and settings to enhance their mainstream provision. All EPs have opportunities to be involved in specialist and project work. We have well-established evidence-based projects which improve outcomes for children with care experience, children at risk of exclusion and children experiencing EBSNA. Devon EPS is a national leader in the area of Relational Policy and Practice, and you will support this work. Our Psychology Works traded service offer to settings includes Consultation and Review, training and supervision. We believe in distributed leadership and provide opportunities for EPs at all stages of their careers to be involved in service development via our Service Development Group. There are career progression opportunities via permanent Specialist Senior EP posts. We are committed to joint multi agency working. You can practice in your locality with a range of multi-agency teams whilst maintaining professional identity within the EP service. Wellbeing and a healthy work-life balance is important to us. This is the role - Main grade educational psychologist To work as an applied Educational Psychologist supporting children, schools and families from 0-25 within an area of Devon and contribute to Devon initiatives and priorities. To support the successful inclusion of children who are vulnerable or have SEND through the provision of high-quality traded and core psychological service to parents/carers, staff in schools and settings and other professionals Deliver training to school staff/ other professionals to support inclusive practice in schools. Co-produce services and solutions based on parent/ carer and child lived experiences. To contribute to the training of Trainee EPs on placement with the EPS, including as a supervisor. These are the benefits We offer an attractive package of benefits, including: Generous annual leave allowance of 43 days plus bank holidays Employee benefits scheme including lifestyle savings Access to the attractive Local Government Pension Scheme including optional additional Voluntary Contribution scheme Flexible and hybrid working opportunities Well-structured induction programme which is positively evaluated Strong CPD offer High quality individual supervision distinct from line management Excellent IT equipment and support Paid HCPC registration Anything else I should know To find out more about the Educational Psychology Service please visit our website: Come and work with us - Support for schools and settings (devon.gov.uk) Educational psychology - Support for schools and settings (devon.gov.uk) We welcome informal enquiries about how this role might fit your circumstances. If you are interested in knowing more and would like an informal conversation, please contact Dr Rachel Edmundson, Deputy Principal Educational Psychologist, Rachel.edmundson@devon.gov.uk Closing date: 12th June 2026 Interviews will be held week beginning 29th June 2026 or by appointment. 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. An enhanced DBS with ABL and CBL check is required for this post. Applicants must be professionally qualified and registered with the HCPC. Applicants must hold a full current driving licence and have access to a vehicle for regular business use. 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). Reference: REQ009780
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Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (Based in Children’s Services) - North Devon Against Domestic Abuse (NDADA)
- Exeter, Devon
- Full Time
- £24,242 - £28,666 per annum
Responsible to: Children and Young People Team Lead Work Location: Exeter, County Hall Are you passionate about supporting victims of domestic abuse and making a real difference in the lives of families and children? We’re looking for dedicated Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVAs) to join the within the Children & Young People’s Team in NDADA as part of the Devon Domestic Abuse Alliance (DDAA). This role is embedded within the Children’s Services at Devon County Council providing a proactive, trauma-informed service to individuals at risk of domestic abuse. As an IDVA, you will work directly with families, identifying risk, offering safety planning, and advocating for the needs of victims—always ensuring their voice remains central in decision-making. You’ll also work closely with partner agencies, helping to shape multi-agency responses and drive lasting change. About You: You are empathetic, professional, and resilient, with experience supporting those affected by domestic abuse. You understand the dynamics of abuse, safeguarding, and trauma, and are confident working within multi-agency settings, particularly alongside children’s services. You’ll also bring: Strong risk assessment and safety planning skills A client-led, empowering approach to support Knowledge of housing, legal rights, and the wider support system Excellent communication, organisation, and case management skills This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a compassionate, progressive alliance, working together to keep families safe and help survivors recover and thrive. Pension: Workplace pension Benefits: 24 days annual leave a year, plus day for birthday, rising by 1 day a year until 5 years’ service – maximum 30 days plus bank holidays. Employee Assistance Programme For more information and how to apply please see job description and application form and email application to admin@ndada.co.uk
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