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🔎 About the Role✅ Key ResponsibilitiesWork alongside Team Managers to maintain high standards of safeguarding practiceLead the Front Door function, supporting decision-making and ensuring timely interventionsTriage and assess incoming contacts using the Level of Need ToolAllocate work and sign off contacts dailyProvide guidance and oversight to Early Help ConnectorsAct as a key point of communication with multi-agency partners and stakeholders✔️ Essential CriteriaMinimum 3 years' permanent post-qualifying experience (PQE) in children's social workSocial Work England registrationAbility to work 3 days per week in the officeStrong safeguarding knowledge and confident decision-making skills🌟 Why This Role?Work at the frontline of safeguarding and early interventionOpportunity to lead practice and influence outcomesCompetitive hourly rate + weekly allowance supportSupportive and collaborative team environment🤝 A Different Recruitment Experience (Davina & Caritas)23 years' experience supporting Social Workers with honest, straightforward adviceA calm, no-pressure approach focused on your long-term career fitTransparent communication with real insight into teams, culture and caseloadsBacked by Caritas Recruitment, a trusted name with strong local authority partnerships💬 Let's Talk

Social Worker / ASW - A&IWhat's on offer:Up to £42 per hour (DOE)£150/week accommodation allowance (to Dec 2026)37 hours | Long-term contractClear route to permanent opportunitiesThe role:Manage 20-24 cases (CIN, CP & Assessments)Duty rota (1 in 3 weeks)Office-based up to 3 days/week (full-time during duty weeks)Travel across Torbay & occasional out-of-area visitsWhat you'll need:3+ years PQE in an English local authorityNo recent permanent role in South West (last 6 months)Ability to attend office weeklyDriving licence & access to vehicleChoose Caritas as your career partner for…Competitive rates of payAccess to the broadest range of temporary and permanent vacancies nationwideCaritas app - access to live vacancies, online chat & payment informationDedicated one-to-one consultant supportPost-placement follow up meetingsSubsidised trainingRecommend a friend/colleague bonus scheme - £300DBS CheckCV writing service, interview technique coachingInterested?

🔹 The RoleLead and support a team alongside the Team ManagerWork with children & families with complex needsMentor, coach and develop colleaguesDrive high-quality, evidence-based practice🔹 What You'll Need3+ years PQESocial Work England registrationExperience at Advanced/Senior levelStrong multi-agency working experienceFull UK driving licence & access to a car🔹 The OfferUp to £42 per hour (DOE)£150 weekly accommodation/commuter support (T&Cs apply)Hybrid working (1-2 office days required)Set working pattern: Wed (½ day), Thurs & FriWhy Work with Caritas?Competitive rates of payAccess to the broadest range of temporary and permanent vacancies nationwideCaritas app - access to live vacancies, online chat & payment informationDedicated one-to-one consultant supportPost-placement follow up meetingsSubsidised trainingRecommend a friend/colleague bonus scheme - £300DBS CheckCV writing service, interview technique coachingInterested?

📍 Exeter & East Devon
💰 Up to £38 per hour
🏡 £150 per week accommodation/commuter allowance (subject to review June 2026)
🕒 37 hours per week | Monday - Friday
🚗 Must be a driver with access to a car

⚡ Interviews will be arranged quickly - applicants must be immediately available to interview.

🌟 The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Qualified Social Worker looking to take on a varied and meaningful Child Protection role?

I have a fantastic opportunity to join a Children & Families team in Exeter & East Devon, supporting children and families through child in need, child protection, court work and looked after children cases.

You'll be working in a restorative, child-centred environment, building strong relationships with families and making a genuine difference to outcomes.

✅ Essential Requirements (Non-Negotiable)Qualified Social Worker (Social Work England registered)Proven experience working as a Social Worker in Children's ServicesStrong background in Child Protection, CIN and court workFull UK driving licence and access to a carAbility to meet office requirements (minimum 1-2 days per week, up to 5 days depending on service need)

🚫 This role requires experienced practitioners only - candidates without prior Social Worker experience will not be considered.

💼 The RoleManage a diverse caseload including Child Protection, CIN, LAC and court proceedingsBuild meaningful relationships with children, young people and familiesComplete assessments, care planning and statutory visitsWork in partnership with multi-agency professionalsContribute to safeguarding and ensure children are kept safe

You'll need to be flexible - while there is some home working, you must be available to attend visits and respond to service needs.

🌍 Why Devon?

Work in one of the UK's most desirable locations, with:

Two stunning coastlinesAccess to Exmoor & DartmoorGreat transport links (M5, rail, Exeter Airport)Vibrant communities and excellent schools

A rare chance to balance rewarding frontline practice with genuine quality of life.

🤝 Why Work With Me (Davina Cripps - Caritas Recruitment)

I know recruitment can feel pushy and transactional - that's not how I work.

✔️ Common-sense approach - I match you to roles that actually fit your experience and life
✔️ No pressure, no hard sell - you'll never be pushed into the wrong role
✔️ Regular, honest communication - you won't be left chasing updates
✔️ 23 years' recruitment experience - I know the good teams (and the ones to avoid)
✔️ Access to roles you won't see elsewhere

I don't see Social Workers as CVs - I see professionals with purpose, and I'll represent you properly.

🏢 Why Caritas?

A trusted Social Work recruitment partner known for quality roles, strong compliance and long-standing local authority relationships.

💬 Let's Have a Proper Conversation

If you're an experienced Social Worker looking for your next move - or just want to explore options - I'm happy to help.

Davina Cripps
Senior Consultant | Caritas Recruitment
📞 07385 031109
📧 [email protected]

No pressure. No hard sell. Just honest guidance.

🌟 Assessment & Intervention Social Worker - Devon 🌟📍 Locations & Vacancies (Countywide)North & Mid DevonBarnstapleTiverton (x2 vacancies)Exeter & East DevonExeter (x3 vacancies)South & West DevonTotnes 🕒 Working ArrangementsHours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per weekHybrid Working: Office & home-based (subject to service needs)Duty week: Office-based 5 days per weekNon-duty week: Office-based 3 days per weekDriving Requirement: Valid UK driving licence and access to a car (essential)🧒 About the Role✅ Key ResponsibilitiesCompleting Child & Family AssessmentsUndertaking Section 47 Child Protection enquiriesResponding to safeguarding concerns and emergenciesWorking directly with children and families to assess risk and needDeveloping and progressing outcome-focused intervention plansWorking collaboratively within a restorative, child-centred framework👥 About the Teams🌿 Why Devon?Restorative, strengths-based and child-centred practice cultureTwo Blue Flag coastlinesExmoor and Dartmoor National ParksExcellent transport links - M5, rail connections, Exeter AirportVibrant communities and excellent schoolsAn outstanding work-life balance in a beautiful part of the UK🔍 SEO Keywords