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    Deputy Consultant Social Worker - Devon, United Kingdom - Devon County Council

    Devon County Council
    Devon County Council Devon, United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

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    Description

    Internal DCC Employees Only

    12 Month Secondment

    What is a Deputy Consultant Social Worker?

    The Deputy Consultant Social Worker (CSW) role is pivotal to the participants' first year on the programme. Each Deputy CSW supports a hub of five participants who are undertaking their Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work.

    The Deputy CSW supports the participants' line manager (the CSW) in developing the participants' social work practice, offering co-working and shadowing opportunities and deputising for the CSW during any periods of absence.

    The role is an excellent development opportunity for social workers who have aspirations of being managers or practice educators in the future.

    What will I get from the role?

    The Deputy Consultant Social Worker position offers the opportunity to:

  • Gain experience in management and teaching; the role is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to progress into management roles.
  • Access to a high-quality systemic training programme, including teaching on different practice models.
  • Demonstrate through a portfolio of work that you meet the Practice Educator Professional Standards (Stage 1).
  • Gain evidence for CPD.
  • Influence and shape practice, and practice education, across your local authority (for example, by co-working cases with students).
  • To arrange an informal discussion, please email

    Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.

    What we can offer you

  • Working for Devon County Council has all the benefits that you can expect from a large employer.
  • In return for the vital contribution that you make, we offer:
  • 26 days annual leave per year (rising with length of service) plus Bank Holidays effective from 1 April 2023
  • Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme - more information can be found on the
  • Access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme – available 24/7 to support you with personal and work life
  • Flexible working opportunities, including home-working (subject to the needs of the role)
  • Discounts from local and high street retailers through the Devon Discounts scheme
  • DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our .
  • -The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
  • We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
  • This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
  • Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the .

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