Experienced Social Worker; Care Proceedings

Experienced Social Worker (Care Proceedings) - 37 Hours

Final date to receive applications: 16 November 2026

Department: Childrens Services

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Torbay Council

Reporting To: Team Manager

Compensation: £40,444 - £47,665 / year

Job Description & Person Specification >

Market Supplement of up to £929 I Up to £15,000 Relocation Package | Up to £3,000 Golden Hello | Up to £3,000 Annual Retention Payment (some of these figures are subject to a successful probationary period).

Looking for a role where you can make a real difference and feel valued for the work you do?

Following our recent GOOD Ofsted rating, we’re looking for experienced Social Workers to join our Care Proceedings Team and help us achieve the best outcomes for children and families across Torbay.

You’ll work with children, young people and families where there are significant safeguarding concerns, leading work through the Public Law Outline (PLO) and care proceedings. You’ll undertake assessments, develop care plans, prepare court reports and work closely with partner agencies to safeguard children and create lasting change.

• Relationship-based, restorative practice.
• Supportive, reflective supervision.
• Manageable workloads.
• Strong learning and development offer.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Collaborative and experienced leadership team.

You’ll be:

• A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• ASYE completed.
• Experienced in child protection, safeguarding or court work (minimum 2 years post-qualification).
• Confident working within statutory frameworks and managing risk.
• Passionate about improving outcomes for children and families.

• Relocation package up to £15,000.
• £3,000 Golden Hello.
• Annual retention payments up to £3,000.
• Market Supplement of up to £929.
• Student loan repayment support.
• Professional subscription support.
• Discounts with over 750 retailers.
• Subsidised parking.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Financial wellbeing support.
• And much more.

Torbay, the English Riviera, combines award‑winning beaches, stunning coastline and a fantastic quality of life with affordable housing and excellent transport links.

Join a service on an exciting improvement journey where relationships, ambition and children come first.

Essential:

• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
• Ability to demonstrate skills in mediation, negotiation and problem solving.
• Able to assess situations with clarity and sensitivity and act professionally in crisis situations.
• Ability to mentor others that upholds and promotes the ethical principles and values that guide professional practice and thereby ensures compliance with policies.
• Ability to implement anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive principles in all areas of work practice.

This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.

Essential:

• Good understanding of the full range of activities delivered by the Authority and partners in relation to children, young people and families.
• Has a developed knowledge of Social Care policies and procedures, and makes themselves continually aware of new Child Care legislation and National Guidance.
• Awareness of effective management practices.
• Thorough understanding of current legislation and guidance and developments in services to children young people and families.
• Demonstrates an advanced and detailed knowledge of child development, attachment theory, anti discriminatory practice, the Framework for assessment of children in needs and their families, social work theory and methods.

Essential:

• Minimum of 2 years post qualification experience…