Social Worker; Children’s Services – Assessment & Intervention

Social Worker (Children’s Services) – Assessment & Intervention

Remote Support | Non–Case Holding Role

Employer:

Devon County Council

Location:

County Hall, Exeter (EX2 4QD
) – Remote working considered

Contract:

Temporary

Start Date:

Monday 2 March 2026
Pay Rate:
Up to £38 per hour (DOE)
Positions Available: 1

Devon County Council is seeking an experienced Children’s Social Worker with strong written skills to provide high-quality administrative and professional support within the Assessment & Intervention service.

This is a non–case holding role, focused on completing essential written tasks to ensure children’s records are accurate, clear, and up to date. The role is ideal for a highly organised practitioner who can work at pace and bring clarity and structure to busy duty environments.

Key Responsibilities:

* Completing duty forms and responding to priority requests

* Updating and maintaining case records

* Producing chronologies, case summaries, and other key written documentation

* Supporting teams with timely and accurate recording during periods of high demand

You will be supported by a Duty Manager, who will coordinate and guide your workload to ensure priorities are managed effectively.

About You:

* Qualified Social Worker with experience in Children’s Services

* Strong written communication and recording skills

* Highly organised, detail-focused, and confident working independently

* Able to work efficiently in fast-moving situations

Additional Information:

* Remote working will be considered due to the nature of the role

* An accommodation/commuter allowance of £150 per week is available for eligible candidates

* Please note:

this allowance will be reviewed at the end of March 2026