Overview
Advanced Social Worker Devon Council. Are you a dedicated Social Worker with a passion for making a difference in children's lives? We are seeking an Advanced Social Worker (Childrens) to join our Exeter & East Devon team. This is an exciting contract opportunity offering up to £42 per hour LTD inclusive of holiday pay or £32.59 per hour exclusive of holiday pay depending on experience. If you possess strong leadership skills, extensive experience in children's social care, and a commitment to best practice, we want to hear from you!
The role is based at County Hall, Exeter, offering a flexible hybrid working model with a blend of office and home-based working, covering duty 4-5 days per month as required.
Responsibilities
* Lead and support a team of social workers, providing supervision, mentoring, and guidance
* Manage complex cases for children looked after and those in care
* Conduct in-depth assessments and contribute to court proceedings
* Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies
* Collaborate with multi-agency teams to deliver holistic support
* Challenge and lead improvements in practice to enhance service quality
* Maintain accurate records and reports in line with statutory requirements
* Drive continuous professional development within the team
Candidate Requirements
* Recognised social work qualification and registration with Social Work England
* Minimum of 3 years post-qualifying experience (PQE) in children\'s social care
* Proven experience in multi-agency working and court proceedings
* Strong communication, planning, and recording skills
* Evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to best practice
* Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Contract Details
* Contract length: 3 months, with possible extension
* Working hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week
* Hybrid working model: mixture of office and home-based work
* Opportunity to make a real difference in children\'s lives, working in a supportive environment
How to Apply
Please send your CV to
Consultant: Delanie Heyes
Email: (url removed)
Phone: (phone number removed)
We look forward to receiving your application and exploring how you can contribute to our dedicated team
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