Job title:
Mental Health Social Worker South & West
Company
NHS
Job description
We have an exciting opportunity available in the South & West Social Care Community Mental Health Team, this post is based in:
The successful candidate will be placed in experienced social care teams with a stable workforce who make a real difference to the lives of individuals with mental health conditions.We have fully implemented an exciting transformation programme in the way that Social Care is delivered within Devon Partnership Trust.There are now more Assigned Social Workers in Devon Partnership Trust than ever before delivering the statutory functions of the Local Authority.We are looking for enthusiastic Social Work professionals across Devon who can evidence a commitment to strengths-based practice, a real pride in their profession and passion for delivering a social care pathway to individuals accessing secondary mental health services.Main duties of the jobDuties
- Delivering a social care pathway in line with the requirements of the Care Act 2014;
- A strong focus on offering a personalised and person-centred approach to assessment, support planning, safeguarding and review;
- Strong, effective communication skills as you will be working in partnership with other statutory and voluntary sector organisations;
- Commitment to involving service users and carers in the delivery of a high quality and equitable service
About usWhat we can offer you
- We are committed to your continuous professional development, doing all we can to help you to get the most from your career. You will receive excellent support and supervision, with regular opportunities to discuss and reflect on your practice, both with your line manager and peers.
- 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.
- As a place to live and work, Devon is hard to beat with top-performing schools, universities, vibrant cities, pretty villages and some of the most scenic coast and countryside in the UK. Living and working in Devon as a Mental Health Social Worker has never been more attractive.
- 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.
DetailsDate posted10 June 2025Pay schemeOtherSalary£37,035 to £42,708 a yearContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference numberF0011-25-7364-1Job locationsEstuary HouseCollett WayNewton AbbotDevonTQ12 4PHJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the attachments on the right hand side to see the full job description and person specification.Please refer to this when making your application. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the attachments on the right hand side to see the full job description and person specification.Please refer to this when making your application.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
- Social Worker Grade F and Experienced Social Worker Grade G
- Relevant professional social work qualification recognised by the regulatory body, Social Work England
- Satisfactory completion of the Assessed & Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)
- Registration with the regulatory body
- Continuing professional development to the regulatory body required standard
- Knowledge of and understanding of legislative frameworks related to social work in either childrens or adult services
- Knowledge and application of social work models and theories
Desirable
- Experienced Social Worker – Grade G
- Practice educator award
- Best Interests Assessor and/or AMHP (Adults only)
ExperienceEssential
- Social Worker Grade F
- Experience of work within a social care environment
- Experienced Social Worker Grade G
- Working within a social care environment
- Working in a multi-agency environment
- Working and reporting within a court environment
- Experience and ability to demonstrate working as a registered social worker in line with the Social Worker level in the PCF
Desirable
- Social Worker Grade F
- Experience of working and reporting within a court environment
- Experience of working in a multi agency environment
- Experienced Social Worker Grade G
- Post qualifying experience in a local authority setting
- Working as a registered social worker for two years post qualifying
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
- Social Worker Grade F and Experienced Social Worker Grade G
- Relevant professional social work qualification recognised by the regulatory body, Social Work England
- Satisfactory completion of the Assessed & Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)
- Registration with the regulatory body
- Continuing professional development to the regulatory body required standard
- Knowledge of and understanding of legislative frameworks related to social work in either childrens or adult services
- Knowledge and application of social work models and theories
Desirable
- Experienced Social Worker – Grade G
- Practice educator award
- Best Interests Assessor and/or AMHP (Adults only)
ExperienceEssential
- Social Worker Grade F
- Experience of work within a social care environment
- Experienced Social Worker Grade G
- Working within a social care environment
- Working in a multi-agency environment
- Working and reporting within a court environment
- Experience and ability to demonstrate working as a registered social worker in line with the Social Worker level in the PCF
Desirable
- Social Worker Grade F
- Experience of working and reporting within a court environment
- Experience of working in a multi agency environment
- Experienced Social Worker Grade G
- Post qualifying experience in a local authority setting
- Working as a registered social worker for two years post qualifying
Expected salary
£37035 – 42708 per year
Location
Newton Abbot, Devon
Job date
Thu, 12 Jun 2025 07:48:00 GMT
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