Social Worker – Adult Social Care

Are you a passionate, motivated Social Worker looking to make a real difference in a supportive, forward‑thinking team? Join our integrated Adult Community Social Care team and help adults live safely, independently, and with dignity in their own communities.

This role covers a varied and rewarding level of supporting our Out of County citizens; there is an expectation of travel within England and Wales, and at times overnight stays may be required.

As a Social Worker in our Adult Community Social Care team, you’ll work with people aged 17+, supporting smooth transitions from children’s to adult services and working with adults who may have learning disabilities, Autism and/or ADHD. We work with our colleagues in procurement and commissioning to support bringing individuals back to Devon County, where this is appropriate to do so and in their Best Interests.

• Undertake Care Act assessments and reviews
• Support MCA compliant decision making
• Support individuals who are detained under MHA 1983/2007 through their discharge pathway
• Complete Court of Protection Deprivation of liberty safeguards applications
• Complete mental health tribunal statements / reports and attend such meetings
• Act as Social Supervisor and write quarterly reports to update the Ministry of Justice
• Safeguard adults at risk of abuse or neglect
• Work in a strengths based, person‑centred way
• Work in partnership with other agencies to ensure appropriate funding streams are identified
• Build strong partnerships with individuals, families, providers and health professionals to promote independence and safe living within the community

• Qualified Social Worker
• Positive, motivated and committed to high quality practice
• Skilled in building effective professional relationships
• Confident working across health and social care systems
• Passionate about supporting adults to achieve meaningful outcomes

This is a full‑time position. All team members are home‑based but are expected to attend in person monthly team meetings held in County Hall, Exeter. Flexible working arrangements – part‑time hours, flexitime, compressed working hours, and homeworking – are available where appropriate.

Benefits include:

• Continuous professional development with excellent supervision and regular opportunities to discuss and reflect on practice
• 26 days annual leave (rising to 31 days after 5 years’ service), plus Bank Holidays
• Flexible working opportunities, including part‑time, flexitime, compressed hours and homeworking subject to role needs
• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme

Social Worker Career Pathway:
The role is available at Social Worker (Grade

F) or Experienced Social Worker (Grade G) levels, aligned with the national Professional Capability Framework (PCF) for Social Workers.

• DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an inclusive and safe environment. 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 Equality and Diversity webpages.
• We are happy to talk flexible working. The Council offers arrangements such as 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.
• Right to work in the UK is required; the role cannot consider visa sponsorship. Applicants must hold a DBS disclosure and Social Work England Registration.