Children's Supervising Social Worker - Fostering North & Mid
- North Devon
- Multiple Terms
- £38,626 - £42,708 per annum
Our Fostering North team are looking for a 1 x Full-time and 1 x Part-time Supervising Social Worker to oversee the placements of children and young people in North and Mid Devon. Do it for Devon
About the roles
1 x Full-time - 37 hours per week
1 x Part-time - 18.5 hours per week (0.5 FTE)
As a Supervising Social Worker within our Fostering North & Mid team you will champion high standards of professional social work practice with a sound knowledge in fostering regulations and legal options available to children to be cared for by persons within their network.
Your role will include participating in unannounced visits, annual reviews, quality assurance and you will be confident in assisting in the delivery of training to prospective and existing foster carers.
As a advocate of restorative practice you will encourage a collaborative culture, where opportunities for reflection and learning are supported.
This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your social work career within a supportive, friendly and experienced team that places children and families at the heart of everything we do.
These roles will be based at our Barnstaple office with some provision to work from home, which can be discussed at interview.
Skills and Experience
- A social work qualification and registration with Social Work England
- Satisfactory completion of your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)
- Experience of working within social care, including working in a multi-agency and court environment, with knowledge of fostering regulations
- A high-level of written and verbal communication skills*
- The ability to build effective professional relationships with children, families, and other professionals
- Knowledge and understanding of the legislation, models, and theories relevant to children’s social work
- Exceptional recording and planning skills
- A valid UK driving licence and access to a car*
*Exceptions may apply under the Equality Act
Fostering, Supervision & Support in Devon
Our Fostering service plays an integral part in Devon County’s role as a corporate parent by ensuring that all placements for children and young people in Devon are safe, nurturing and thriving. Comprised of three teams, Exeter & East, North & Mid and South, our Fostering Service works with appropriate regard to National Minimum Standards for Fostering, Fostering Services (England) Regulations 2011, and other relevant legislation to provide support, advice and supervision to foster carers throughout the county.
We're extremely proud of our dedicated and talented workforce within the Fostering Service, and what they are achieving for children and families in Devon. We are committed to providing the best possible outcomes for children and young people by continuing to embed restorative practice and relational ways of working.
What we can offer you
In return for the vital contribution that you make, we have some fantastic employee benefits available, including:
- Generous annual leave, & the ability to purchase additional annual leave
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Free onsite parking.
- A confidential Employee Assistance programme and a wide variety of employee well-being services for when you may need some support
- 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
For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.
Relocation Package: If you are looking to move to Devon, subject to qualifying conditions, we offer a generous relocation allowance. There has never been a better time to make the move!
For any queries or an informal discussion about this role, please contact: childsc.recruitmentchildrenssocialwork-mailbox@devon.gov.uk
Applications close on 13 July 2025 and applicants will be contacted to arrange interview dates upon shortlisting.
For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.
Internal Applicants: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.
Interviews may take place throughout our recruitment campaign, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment as we may close the advert early.
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.
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.
REQ008041 – Children’s Social Care
Job Details
- OrganisationDevon County Council
- Work LocationNorth Devon
- Work Postcode
Taw View, Barnstaple, EX31 1EE
- Reference
REQ008041
- Occupational GroupSocial Care & Health
- Salary Details
£38,626 - £42,708 per annum
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypeFull TimePart Time
- Hours
1 x 37 & 1 x 18.5 hours a week
- Closing Date
12/07/2025
- DBS Check Required
Yes