Advanced Social Worker

We are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Advanced Social Worker with expeirence in Adult Social Care to join our Community Teams in Tiverton and Cullompton. What you'll be doing Based in Tiverton Community Hospital, with hybrid working options (minimum 3 days in-office), you'll work with individuals aged 17 and above. As an Advanced Social Worker, you'll:

• Deputise for the Team Manager
• Chair safeguarding meetings
• Mentor colleagues
• Offer expert advice and guidance to the team, demonstrating strong legal literacy and a thorough understanding of statutory duties and social work legislation.
• Working with other Advanced Practitioners to ensure practice standards and deliver quality assurance, The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
• Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the
  
  A qualified and registered Social Worker with experience in adult social care
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• Confidence in managing complex cases and safeguarding processes
• A commitment to upholding our organisation's values and behaviours
  
  DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our
  
  We offer 26 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays, rising incrementally to 31 days after 5 years' service.
• Flexible working opportunities are available, these include part-time hours, flexitime, compressed working hours and homeworking (this is subject to the needs of the role - please discuss at further at interview)
• Offer an opportunity to enter a generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• If you are currently living, working or studying in the UK and are looking to relocate to Devon, subject to qualifying conditions, relocation support of up to £10,000, may be available. Visa sponsorship may also be offered as part of the relocation support package, terms and conditions apply.
• Please note: At this time, we are unable to consider overseas applications who aren't currently residing in the UK.
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