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Specialist Social Worker - Inclusis Ltd (Tide House)

Location: Tide House, Bideford, DevonRole type: Flexible (office based, with some home working)Reporting to: Registered ManagerAbout Tide HouseTide House is a Residential Family Assessment Centre rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted (August 2025). We undertake parenting assessments for up to five families placed with us, providing ‘expert evidence’ to support families, local authorities and care proceedings. Families have self-contained accommodation of 1-3 bedrooms, allowing us to support families with multiple parents and children. Tide House utilises relational approaches to support families to care for their children in a safe and consistent way, alongside undertaking the required assessment of them, as directed by the Local Authority or Court.The roleAs a Specialist Social Worker you will typically be responsible for undertaking the parenting assessments of 2-3 families that are placed at Tide House. You will be joining a multi-disciplinary team that includes Social Workers, Therapists, Assessment Support Workers and Family Key Workers. The team are highly skilled and experienced in supporting families with a wide range of needs, including mental ill-health, substance use, learning disabilities, domestic abuse and past trauma. Alongside undertaking the parenting assessment, you will utilise your social work skills and experience contribute to the wider team learning and development, including weekly meetings that review the ongoing assessment and monitoring levels for each family.This role has an important safeguarding responsibility, both for the families you directly work with and as a contributor to the wider safeguarding culture throughout the organisation. Close support, clear communication and regular recordings all support us to ensure children at Tide House are kept safe and their wellbeing promoted.This role can be undertaken fully in the office or with 2-3 days of home working, depending upon the current stage of assessment. You will be expected to be present, in person, for assessment sessions, delivering ‘Feedback’ and for most multi-agency meetings. The length of the office days can be negotiated.The successful candidate will have:As least 3 years post-qualifying experience of working in children’s social workExperience of undertaking parenting assessments, report writing and care proceedingsA trauma-informed approach to working with parents, whilst ensuring a child-focus to the assessmentExperience of engaging families to make positive and sustained changeA commitment to professional developmentWhat we offer at Tide House:A warm, person‑centred organisation making a real difference- A homely, nurturing environment where people feel valued- Small enough for strong relationships, big enough for real opportunities- A supportive culture focused on improving lives every dayClear values and meaningful purpose- Everything we do is centred around safety, wellbeing and getting it right for families- A commitment to delivering the best possible outcomes for families through consistent, high quality and relational practice- A shared vision that everyone is part of and contributes toSupportive, visible and experienced leadership- Managers who listen, guide and actively support you- A collaborative multi‑disciplinary approach- Friendly and approachable leadership team- Regular 1:1 and group supervisionRobust, supportive induction- Structured induction programme to help you feel confident in your role- Hands-on learning and guidance from experienced staff- Shadowing shifts and ongoing mentoringSupport for your career progression- We invest in developing your skills and career- Training and qualifications funded (by agreement)- Pathways for progression into different rolesMeaningful rewards- Highly competitive salary- Paid annual leave (33 days for this position)- Paid sick leave- Private healthcare- Company pension- Paid flu vaccine- Paid eye care- Annual staff celebration and social eventExcellent IT systems- Bespoke, in-house, case management system- Responsive, in-person IT support- Easy-to-use systems that help you succeed in your role- Tools designed to make your work smoother and more efficientA great working environment- A calm, positive and well-maintained office setting- Tea, coffee and biscuits, as needed!- A team culture built on kindness, respect and collaboration- A supportive atmosphere where everyone looks out for each otherIf you would like an informal discussion about this opportunity, then please contact Karl Knill on 01237 237120.Job descriptionPlease see attached.SafeguardingTide House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults. Safer recruitment practices are followed to ensure all candidates are suitable to work with vulnerable individuals. This includes robust vetting procedures, comprehensive pre‑employment checks, and an expectation that all staff uphold our safeguarding policies at all times.This role, as it involves regulated activity, will require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, verification of identity, scrutiny of employment history, and the gathering of suitable references.Equal opportunitiesTide House is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring that no applicant or employee is discriminated against directly or indirectly as a result of any protected characteristic. How to applyIf you would like to apply, then please complete the application form which can be found here: https://forms.office.com/e/VSGzjvtYck

Headteacher - St Helen's CofE School (Learning Academy Partnership Trust)

To start September 2026 or January 2027 We have an exciting opportunity for a new Headteacher to lead St Helen’s C of E School, located just outside of Bideford, as it transfers into the Learning Academy Partnership from Alumnis Multi-Academy Trust. It is an exciting time for the school but also one of change for children, colleagues, parents and the community. This is a joint recruitment with Alumnis as the school will be transferring between Trusts in the summer term. We are offering a £5,000 relocation package for candidates relocating from outside Devon or Cornwall. St Helen’s is in a period of change, and we are seeking a Headteacher who can manage not only the change for the parents, children and colleagues but also ensure a strong curriculum offer delivering inclusive practice, effective pedagogical practice and outcomes in place, and that it unashamedly privileges the most underserved children. The Learning Academy Partnership is driven by mission and beliefs ensuring that every child has the right to live life to the full. We are committed to improving educational outcomes for underserved children across the South-West and breaking down barriers to social mobility. Our Headteachers achieve this through a rich, vibrant curriculum delivered by excellent teachers.You will be joining a strong, single organisation, culture of collective efficacy and one that is rooted in our Christian foundation. We are passionate about our role in social justice in our communities and tackling stubborn South West deprivation. As a Church School leader, you will uphold and develop the school’s Christian distinctiveness through its educational offer. We welcome applicants with or without prior experience of leading a Church school. We offer full induction and support as you embark on a journey as a church school leader. You will benefit from excellent systems and support from the Business Support team who manage all aspects of the operations, leaving you space to lead teaching and learning. You will also join a local hub as well as the wider partnership of schools where you will be part of hard-wired inter-dependence and collaboration with a shared responsibility to all children in the Trust. We do operate as islands; we care deeply about each other’s schools and communities.Our Headteachers and colleagues are rooted in their communities and work hard to serve their children, and successful candidates will be able to ensure this relationship with pupils and the community continue to flourish. St Helen’s is a wonderful school ready to take the next big step on its journey and the new Headteacher has a wonderful opportunity to work with pupils, parents, colleagues and the community to continue the St Helen’s journey as it transfers from Alumnis Multi-Academy Trust to the Learning Academy Partnership.We want to support you in deciding if we are the right trust for you. If you would like to arrange a visit to the school, we are offering visits with our Trust Lead / Deputy Trust Lead on Wednesday 11th February and Tuesday 3rd March 2026. Please contact our People Team on people@lapsw.org to book your visit.We apologise as due to the situation we can only offer group visits but by offering a 1:1 call we aim to answer individual questions to help you learn more about whether this is the right Trust and school for you.The Learning Academy Partnership and Alumnis Multi-Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS disclosures are required for this post along with the other necessary checks. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 - GOV.UK.For more information and an application pack, please visit our website, Learning Academy Partnership - Home.Please apply by 12pm on the closing date

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Children and Young People's Specialist Nurse - Atkinson Secure Children’s Home

Exeter, Devon
Multiple Terms
Agenda For Change Band 6 £38,682 - £46,580 per annum, pro rata

We are seeking a dedicated Children and Young Peoples Specialist Nurse to join our Health and Wellbeing Team at the Atkinson Secure Children's Home in Exeter. Are you an experienced nurse passionate about supporting young people with complex needs? Atkinson Secure Children's Home offers a unique opportunity to work in a trauma-informed, multi-disciplinary environment where your expertise will directly improve health outcomes for vulnerable children and adolescents. Atkinson is a national secure children's home managed by Devon County Council providing full residential care, healthcare and education on site in dedicated facilities. Children and young people are placed with us on Welfare Orders under Section 25 of the Children's Act and have experienced relational trauma and adverse childhood experiences and as such, the home follows a trauma recovery model with a focus on therapeutic parenting. Working within our Health and Wellbeing Team you will provide expert clinical advice, undertake comprehensive health assessments, and deliver targeted health promotion to children and young people, working collaboratively with our multi-disciplinary team and external agencies. The role supports the delivery of personalised healthcare packages and contributes to improved health outcomes and successful transitions back into the community. Main duties of the job In this role you will: Deliver direct care and personalised health packages to young people aged 10-17. Complete high-quality comprehensive assessments (CHAT). Provide expert health advice and health promotion. Support transition planning for reintegration into the community. Work collaboratively with professionals across health, education, and social care. Champion a trauma-informed, strength-based approach to care that listens to and empowers young people. You will also have: Experience of working with children and young people in care who require support with their physical health and wellbeing. Expertise in child health and development. Safeguarding knowledge and trauma-informed practice. Ability to manage emotionally challenging situations with resilience. Skills in health education, sexual health, and healthy relationships This role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route; please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility. Please note that Livewell may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline if a high number of applications are submitted. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application at the earliest opportunity. All Livewell staff are expected to be able and willing to work across a 7 day service. About us Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centres, and health hubs. As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values, kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while empowering staff and those we serve. We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right time and place. Centring our work on individual needs helps people lead healthy, independent lives. We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation. Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert. We strongly encourage applicants to call us and/or visit the home to learn more about this rewarding role. For further information and to apply please go to the NHS Jobs website here, Job Advert .

Teacher - Exeter Road Community Primary School

East Devon, Devon
Multiple Terms
MPS

Fixed term to cover a temporary reduction of hours of a member of School's staff, for the Summer Term Exeter Road Community Primary School is an inclusive and nurturing community primary school for children aged 2-11. We are located in the centre of the coastal town of Exmouth with close links to the A376 and M5. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, well organised Teacher with a passion for teaching, to work in a Year 3/4 Class. We are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate who: Is committed to ensuring that all children achieve the highest possible outcome. Can inspire and motivate children and enable them to be the best that they can be. Has good curriculum knowledge. Is able to offer subject leadership. Has a dedication towards a child-centred approach, with creative ideas for learning opportunities. We can offer the candidate: A supportive environment within a friendly team, with the added advantage of working closely with other schools. Collaborative support and ongoing professional development. Cycle to work scheme. Contributory pension through the Teachers Pensions Scheme. We recommend you visit Exeter Road Community Primary School, please telephone the school on 01395 272935 to arrange a convenient date and time or via email admin@exetrroad.devon.sch.uk . 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 an enhanced DBS disclosure. Our Child Protection policy can be found on the school's website Child Protection Policy. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. For further information or to request an application form please contact, admin@exetrroad.devon.sch.uk . Please apply by midday on the closing date.

Social Worker - Adult Social Care

West Devon
Full Time
£38,220 - £44,075 per annum

Location : Ivybridge and Kingsbridge, The Byre, Yealmpton, PL8 2NN Permanent Full time, 37 hours per week Do it for Devon Empower lives. Shape futures. Thrive in Devon. Are you ready to make a real impact in people’s lives while growing your career in one of the most beautiful parts of the UK? We’re looking for passionate, forward-thinking Social Workers to join our vibrant Community Health and Social Care Team in Ivybridge/Kingsbridge. What You'll Be Doing You’ll be working with adults aged 18+, supporting them to live independently and with dignity. From Mental Capacity Assessments to Care Act Assessments , Community Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) , and Safeguarding , you’ll be at the heart of meaningful, person-centred practice. We’re looking for someone who leads by example, embraces a strengths-based approach , and champions community assets. Our mission? Prevent, delay, reduce —we aim to empower individuals before long-term intervention is needed. Career Growth That’s Built Around You 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. What We Can Offer You We are committed to your continuous professional development , doing all we can to help you to get the most from your career. You will receive excellent support and supervision, with regular opportunities to discuss and reflect on your practice, both with your line manager and peers. We offer  26 days annual leave , plus Bank Holidays, rising incrementally to 31 days after 5 years’ service. Flexible working opportunities are available, these include part-time hours, flexitime, compressed working hours and homeworking (this is subject to the needs of the role – please discuss at further at interview) Offer an opportunity to enter a  generous Local Government Pension Scheme .  If you are currently living, working or studying in the UK and are looking to relocate to Devon, subject to qualifying conditions, relocation support  of up to £10,000, may be available. Visa sponsorship may also be offered as part of the relocation support package, terms and conditions apply. Please note: At this time, we are unable to consider overseas applications who aren't currently residing in the UK. Life in Devon From top-performing schools, universities, vibrant cities to charming villages and breath-taking coastlines, and countryside. Devon offers an unbeatable lifestyle. Whether you're relocating or looking for a fresh start, this is your chance to live and work somewhere truly special. For an informal discussion please contact Amanda Crosby, amanda.crosby@devon.gov.uk 07971984247 How to apply Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential 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 details to log in and apply. Please click ‘Apply Now’ below to view the job descriptions 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 a Social Work England Registration (SWE) REQ009268 Integrated Adult Social Care

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