Children's Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention
- Exeter, East Devon
- Full Time
- £39,862 - £47,181 p.a
Our Assessment and Intervention Team, covering Exeter and East Devon, are seeking Experienced Social Workers to support children with identifying need and enabling positive, long-term change.
About the Role
As an Experienced Social Worker within the Assessment and Intervention Service, you will be part of a skilled and supportive team providing good quality assessments of children to determine the level of intervention required. Working with the family, you will support and enable them to make positive and sustainable change.
Due to the varied caseload, competency in the development of Child Protection, Child In Need and Early Help plans for children is essential. On some occasions it may be necessary to undertake Court work, supporting a small number of children who cannot remain at home to come into Local Authority care.
This role is based at County Hall in Exeter and is eligible for an annual Retention payment of £2,000.
About You
Advocating for the children and young people of Exeter and East Devon, you will have a creative and flexible approach to work, promoting positive long-term change and ensuring permanence from the outset. You will understand the need and importance for regular purposeful visits. You will model high standards of professional social work practice and will be used to working at pace, within a high pressure environment.
Skills and Experience
- Post-qualifying experience of working within children and families
- 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 and registration with Social Work England
- Satisfactory completion of your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)
- A high-level of written and verbal communication skills
Ready to Make a Real Difference?
To find out more about working in Assessment and Intervention or for further information on the roles available, please contact Service Manager Becca Bolitho rebecca.bolitho@devon.gov.uk.
Applications close on 28 June 2026. Please note that interviews will take place throughout our recruitment campaign, therefore we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment as we may close the advert early.
We are proud to welcome applications from internationally trained and qualified professionals who are now based in the UK and eager to bring their expertise to our team. For the right candidates, we can offer visa sponsorship to support your journey.
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.
For the vital contribution you make, you will receive the following:
- Generous annual leave with the ability to purchase additional leave.
- Free onsite parking.
- 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.
- Relocation package of up to £8,000, subject to qualifying conditions (T's & C's apply)
For more information about working for DCC, please visit our Working for Devon page
Additional Information
- This role requires a DBS disclosure.
- This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
- 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.
REQ009127 - Children's Social Care
Job Details
- OrganisationDevon County Council
- Work LocationExeterEast Devon
- Work Postcode
County Hall, EX2 4QD
- Reference
REQ009127
- Occupational GroupSocial Care & Health
- Salary Details
£39,862 - £47,181 p.a
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypeFull Time
- Hours
37 hours per week
- Closing Date
27/06/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes