Children's Social Worker

Are you passionate about improving the lives of Children and Young People in Devon? Our Fostering Service is looking for dedicated Social Workers to join their challenging but incredibly rewarding environment, where you can see first-hand the positive impact your hard work and dedication has on Children and Young People in Devon.About the Role This is an exciting opportunity for all social workers who have successfully completed their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)  to be at the forefront of change - empowering families, protecting children, and helping to shape brighter futures. 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 and relational ways of working.We have opportunities in the following locations: Exeter & East – Exeter North & Mid – Barnstaple South – Totnes About You Bringing sound judgement, compassion, and confidence you will use evidence-based tools to assess risk and develop strengths-based plans that support positive outcomes. Advocating for children and young people in Devon, 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, registration with Social Work England and successful completion of your ASYE A high-level of written and verbal communication skills This role offers a clear pathway for progression, with opportunities to advance to the Experienced Social Worker (Grade G) level. It is aligned is aligned with the national . If you're committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for children and their families in Devon, and want to be part of a team that values partnership whilst making positive change, we'd love to hear from you Working in Children’s Social Care in Devon Devon County Council is currently on an ambitious journey of cultural change. We're continuing to embed and relational ways of working and we believe that for most, the family home is the best place for children to live and thrive. We are extremely proud of our Children’s Social Care workforce and what they have achieved (and will continue to achieve) for children and families throughout Devon. We offer some fantastic employee benefits, including: Generous annual leave, with an option to purchase more Free onsite parking Flexible working opportunities and promotion of a healthy work-life balance, including working from home where possible – Please visit for more information Employee Assistance for the times you may need some support and a variety of employee well-being services 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 Welcome Payment - We are offering a £5,000 Welcome Payment to eligible new permanent recruits joining the North and Mid Devon locality. You will receive this payment in full within your first or second salary of joining us. It would be pro-rata for part-time staff and subject to standard deductions.