Children's Social Worker - Children & Families
- Exeter, East Devon
- Full Time
- £39,862 - £47,181 p.a
Make an impact where it matters the most - Children and Families Service.
About Us
Our Children and Families Service works within a demanding yet highly rewarding environment where we support children in need, safeguard those at risk, and manage legal proceedings and care arrangements. Through restorative practice, we work closely with children and their families to achieve long term, positive outcomes. At the core of our work is a commitment to building safer, healthier, and happier environments for children and young people across Devon. To achieve this, we develop supportive partnerships that encourage children and families to discover individual strengths and capabilities.
Our Exeter and East Devon Team is based at County Hall, just a short walk from the city centre. The site benefits from free on-site parking and excellent transport connections, making it easily accessible for all. There is also a friendly on site café perfect for relaxed lunches and coffee breaks. Exeter itself offers the charm of a historic cathedral city alongside vibrant shopping, dining, and cultural attractions.
About the Role
As an Experienced Social Worker it is expected you will consistently demonstrate high standards of professional practice and be confident working at pace within a demanding, high‑pressure environment. You will manage a diverse caseload and use creative approaches to support meaningful, long‑term change. You will understand and recognise the importance of delivering high quality assessments to ensure improved and consistent outcomes for children, young people, families, and carers.
About You
Advocating for the children and young people of Devon, you will work creatively and flexibly to promote positive long-term change, ensuring permanence from the outset. Your skills and experience will include:
- 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
What’s in it for you?
In return for the vital contribution that you make, we offer some fantastic employee benefits, including:
- Retention payment of £2,000 per annum pro rata.
- Generous annual leave, and the ability to purchase additional annual leave.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities through our Social Work Academy.
- 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.
- Discounts at over 900 national & local high street retailers through our benefits platform.
- Free onsite parking.
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.
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.
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 Emma Youngs on 01392 383000, or email emma.youngs@devon.gov.uk
Applications close on 19 April 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.
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.
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.
REQ009048 – Children’s Social Care