Senior Social Worker - Devon County Council

Senior Social Worker – Localities Team
Devon County Council
Up to £46 per hour
Full Time | Hybrid Working | Localities Team

Devon County Council is on the lookout for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Localities Team on a locum basis. This is a great opportunity to work in a beautiful part of the country while contributing to meaningful change for children and families.

Your role:

• Manage a caseload covering Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children cases

• Carry out assessments, develop care plans, and attend multi-agency meetings

• Work closely with families, carers, and partner agencies to ensure positive outcomes

• Engage in court work where necessary and ensure all statutory requirements are met

• Mentor and support less experienced members of the team

What you need:

• Social Work England registration

• Minimum 3 years’ post-qualified experience in frontline children’s services

• Confident working across CIN, CP, and LAC

• Access to your own vehicle and a valid UK driving license

Why join Devon?

• Up to £46 per hour

• Hybrid working arrangements

• Supportive management and good team culture

• Beautiful rural and coastal surroundings

• Access to excellent resources and professional development

To apply or find out more, contact me directly:

 

Josh Da Costa – 01635 226350, jdacosta@sheldon-phillips.com

We also offer a £500 referral bonus, so if someone in your network could be a fit – send them my way!