Our Assessment and Intervention Service is looking for dynamic and experienced individuals to join us as Advanced Social Workers in each of our three main localities - Mid and North Devon, Exeter and East Devon, and South and West Devon.
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to take the next step in their Social Work career. If you can bring strong assessment skills, a commitment to safeguarding, and a passion for making a difference in the lives of children and families, we want to hear from you!
About the Role
As an Advanced Social Worker in Assessment and Intervention, you will be responsible for managing a smaller, but more complex caseload, with the key objective of improving the outcomes for some of the most vulnerable children, young people and their families across Devon.
To achieve this you will champion relationship-based Social work alongside a commitment to continual development and improvement within your team. You will be confident and competent at demonstrating reflective learning whilst encouraging positive change for children and families in your area.
Assessment and Intervention is a busy, fast-paced service where you will be working with children and young people with a complexity of needs whilst undertaking in-depth assessments.
Alongside this, you will work closely with your Team Manager to assist with the day-to-day operations of your team, providing support, supervision and mentoring to Social Work colleagues.
By building supportive, trusting and professional relationships, you will contribute to an effective and efficient service making a positive difference to children and families in Devon.
Skills and Experience
Our Advanced Social Workers provide a lead social work role within each of our teams, supporting the development of good evidence-based practice. With substantial post-qualifying experience and the ability to demonstrate that you’re working in line with the BASW PCF framework, you will:
1. Demonstrate the ability to work holistically with families, supporting children with complex needs within a multi-agency environment
2. Have evidence of substantial post-qualifying training and development
3. Be able to lead improvement and challenge the quality of social care practice in a constructive manner
4. You need to either be a Practice Educator or willing to undertake the relevant training at the earliest opportunity
5. Champion high standards of professional social work practice
6. Encourage and support opportunities for reflection and learning, delivering on-the-job training, coaching, and mentoring to unqualified/alternatively qualified staff, students, and less experienced social workers
This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to progress in their social work career. Assessment and Intervention is a challenging yet incredibly rewarding environment, where you will see first-hand the positive impact our dedicated teams have on the future of Children and Young People in Devon.
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 the following Service Managers:
Exeter and East: Becca Bolitho ()
North and Mid: Sharareh Amoui-Arabi -
South and West: Jean Beynon - ()
Applications close on 22 February 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.
In addition to the £2,000 retention payment per annum, we are now offering a £5,000 Welcome Payment to eligible new permanent staff joining the North and Mid Devon locality. Payment will be received in full in your first or second salary of joining us.
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 you need to use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.
For the vital contribution you make, you will receive the following:
7. Generous annual leave, with the ability to purchase additional leave.
8. Free onsite parking.
9. Employee Assistance for the times you may need some support and a variety of employee well-being services.
10. We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements wherever possible, including working from home.
11. Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
12. Discounts at over 900 national & local high street retailers through our benefits platform.
13. Cycle to work scheme.
14. Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
15. Relocation package of up to £8,000, subject to qualifying conditions (T's & C's apply)