Job Description

We have an exciting role available in the North & Mid Devon Social Care Team, with a focus on hospital discharge:
37 Hours per week - based in either Bideford,Tiverton or Crediton,with an expectation you may need to cover the whole of the North and Mid Devon catchment area.
The successful candidate will be placed in an experienced social care team with a stable workforce who make a real difference to the lives of individuals with mental health conditions.
We have fully implemented an exciting transformation programme in the way that Social Care is delivered within Devon Partnership Trust.
There are now more Assigned Social Workers in Devon Partnership Trust than ever before delivering the statutory functions of the Local Authority.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for enthusiastic Social Work professionals across Devon who can evidence a commitment to strengths-based practice, a real pride in their profession and passion for delivering a social care pathway to individuals accessing secondary mental health services.
Duties

• Delivering a social care pathway in line with the requirements of the Care Act 2014;
• A strong focus on offering a personalised and person-centred approach to assessment, support planning, safeguarding and review;
• Strong, effective communication skills as you will be working in partnership with other statutory and voluntary sector organisations;
• Commitment to involving service users and carers in the delivery of a high quality and equitable service.

About you
An experienced and qualified Social Worker (CQSW, DipSW, BA Hons, MA or equivalent) who is registered to practice with Social Work England (previously HCPC).
You will have completed the Assessed First Year in (post-qualifying) Social Work practice, if appropriate, and can demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development.
You will be up-to-date with policy and practice development.
The roles require travelling significant distances, sometimes in urgent situations and without prior notice, in a rural environment where public transport may not be available.
You will need to hold a current full driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
About us
Social Worker Career Pathway
We have implemented the first phase of a new Social Worker Career Pathway within our Adults Services, with our vacancies available at the Social Worker (Grade F) or Experienced Social Worker (Grade G) levels. Our Social Worker and Experienced Social Worker roles align with the nationalProfessional Capability Framework (PCF) for Social Workers, which provides a robust structure for all local authorities to use as a way of standardising professional capabilities and provides a clear career pathway.
What we can offer you

• We are committed to yourcontinuous professional development, doing all we can to help you to get the most from your career.
• We offer26 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays, rising incrementally to 31 days after 5 years service.
• Flexible working opportunitiesare available, including p/t hours, flexitime, compressed working hours and homeworking (subject to the needs of the role please discuss at further at interview)
• Offer an opportunity to enter agenerous LG Pension Scheme.
• Please note: At this time, we are unable to consider overseas applications.

Details
Date posted
30 September 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
37,035 to 42,708 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working
Reference number
F0011-25-7876-4
Job locations
Bideford Hospital
Abbotsham Road
Bideford
Devon
EX39 3AG
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Please refer to the job description and person specification document that is attached to the advert. Use this to address how your skills and experience meet the criteria outlined for this role.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Please refer to the job description and person specification document that is attached to the advert. Use this to address how your skills and experience meet the criteria outlined for this role.

Skills Required