Social Worker, Human Services/ Social Work
Job in
Torquay, Devon, TQ2, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-29
Listing for:
The Methodist Church in Britain
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-29
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Human Services/ Social Work, Family Advocacy & Support Services
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Torbay Council is recruiting permanent social workers across Adult Social Care, in Transitions, Complex Care and Older Person's Mental Health teams. The work centres on strengths-based assessments, reviews and person-centred support plans for adults who need help to stay independent and connected locally. The posts suit newly qualified social workers, those early in their career and people returning to practice after a break.
Social Work England registration is required and visa sponsorship is not available.
- Carry out strengths-based assessments and reviews
- Develop person-centred care and support plans
- Work with individuals, families, carers and partner agencies
- Promote independence and positive outcomes
- Work within multidisciplinary teams to coordinate support and reduce risk
- Contribute to safeguarding work as required
- Relevant social work qualification, such as a degree, diploma, Certificate of Qualification in Social Work or Certificate in Social Services
- Registration with Social Work England
- Knowledge of professional standards and regulatory requirements relevant to Social Work England
- Knowledge of the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act, applied with proportionality and least restrictive practice
- Sound professional judgement within statutory frameworks, with decisions clearly recorded
- Knowledge of Making Safeguarding Personal and strengths-based practice
- Professional challenge and engagement in reflective supervision
- Leading on jointly-worked complex cases while managing time across assessment, planning and review
- Conversing at ease with members of the public and giving advice in accurate spoken English
- Enhanced DBS check with adult barred list check
- Commitment to continued professional development
- Knowledge of managing expectations
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Council terms and conditions
- Professional supervision
- Learning and development opportunities
- Access to experienced colleagues
- A range of employee benefits
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