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Consultant Social Worker - Frontline
- Exeter
- Full Time
- £46,579 - £50,908 per annum
About Frontline Frontline is a charity working with social workers like you to make life better for children at risk of harm. We have partnered with your local authority to recruit and train new social workers through Approach Social Work: our three year masters programme. If you have any questions about the application process or the role, please contact Marianne Jackson - marianne.jackson@devon.gov.uk . You can also visit our website for more information. We have an exciting 12 month Fixed Term/Secondment opportunity (with annual review) for a Consultant Social Worker. This role is pivotal in developing the next generation of outstanding Social Workers. Job description A Consultant Social Worker (CSW) manages and supports a hub of five participants in their first year on Approach Social Work. As a CSW you will remain in practice while developing new skills as a manager, leader and practice educator. Manage a hub of five Approach participants, who are undertaking their Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work. Be the named case holder of all children and families assigned to your hub, holding responsibility for ensuring statutory requirements of the hub’s cases are complied with and holding responsibility for decisions in case work. Hold regular one-to-one supervision with the participants in your hub. Manage the workflow and allocation of work in your hub. Ensure practice assessments are completed and deadlines are met by your hub. Provide ongoing support and guidance to your hub. Support your participants to apply their learning with children and families. Regularly observe your hub in their direct work with families, giving developmental feedback. Track and report on each participant’s progress through the programme. What will I get from the role? The Consultant Social Worker position offers the opportunity to: Step up to a management-level role without leaving practice. Access to a high-quality systemic training programme. Demonstrate through a portfolio of work that you meet the Practice Educator Professional Standards (Stage 2). Receive support and mentoring from one of Frontline's practice tutors. Influence and shape practice and practice education, across your local authority. Learn more in the consultant social worker job pack . How to apply: 1. Complete the application form 2. Anonymous scoring: the panel, which includes a representative from Frontline and the local authority, will anonymously score the applications. These scores will be considered in the overall hiring decision, should you progress to the next stage. 3. Attend an interview: If shortlisted, you will be asked to complete a role play and interview. If you have any questions about the application process or the role, please contact marianne.jackson@devon.gov.uk . REQ010570 - Children's Social Care
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Senior Transport Co-ordination Officer (Mainstream/SEN/Review)
- Exeter, Devon
- Full Time
- £36,581 - £40,444 per annum
Permanent Full Time - 37 hours per week INTERNAL ONLY (Devon County Council Employees Only). A position has become available in the School Transport Team for a Senior Transport Co-ordination Officer. The post is within the team managing the home to school transport for passengers attending a mainstream educational setting. The team currently consists of six Transport Co-ordination Officers. Their roll involves assessing entitlement to education funded transport, implementing suitable transport, processing appeal requests and managing the transport networks. Duties for the Senior Transport Co-ordination Officer (STCO) include supervising the team, being the first point of contact for team members and escalated cases, training staff, supporting the team with decision making for high-cost transport arrangements, and deputising for the Team Leader. There are 3 education transport teams consisting of the Mainstream transport team, SEND transport team and Network Review transport team. While each of the teams roles vary, they support each other to carry out the varying tasks to ensure service requirements are met. For an informal discussion please contact Jack Cottrell on 01392 383000. How to apply Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as described in the person specification of the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed. 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. Please Click Apply Now to see the Job Description 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 Equality and Diversity webpages . For details on the use of AI in applications and Devon County Council’s use of AI in Recruitment please see Use of AI in Our Recruitment Processes - Working for Devon | Devon County Council Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. 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 Applicant privacy notice . For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page . We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Ref: REQ010574
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Teacher of the Deaf
- Exeter, Devon
- Multiple Terms
- Teacher Pay Range: MPS 3 - UPS 1 + min or max SEN allowance
Teacher of the Deaf Inclusion and Learning Service – Sensory Needs & Physical Difficulties Team Start date : January 2027 Teacher Pay Range: MPS 3 – UPS 1 + min or max SEN allowance depending on Mandatory Qualification and experience. 2 permanent posts both 0.8 FTE (26 hours per week – term time only) Devon “Use your specialist expertise to transform access, inclusion and life chances for children and young people who are deaf or hard of hearing.” Are you a qualified Teacher of the Deaf who is passionate about enabling children and young people with who are deaf or hard of hearing to thrive academically, socially and emotionally? (Applications will also be considered from those who are currently undertaking the ToD mandatory qualification or outstanding class teachers who are willing to commit to the 2 year TOD mandatory qualification course) Join Devon's dedicated Sensory Needs & Physical Difficulties Team and become part of a highly skilled, supportive service committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for children, families and schools. Working across a diverse and beautiful county, you will provide specialist educational support, advice and guidance for children and young people who are deaf or hard of hearing, from birth to 25 years, helping them to achieve their full potential and lead confident, independent lives. About the Role As a Teacher of the Deaf, you will work collaboratively with children and young people, families, educational settings and multi-agency professionals to ensure effective access to learning and inclusion. Devon's Experts at Hand approach brings together specialist professionals with a shared commitment to helping children and young people with additional needs achieve their potential. As a Teacher of the Deaf, you will be an integral part of this collaborative network, ensuring that children and young people who are deaf or hard of hearing receive timely, specialist support that enables them to participate fully in education and community life. Key Responsibilities Provide specialist educational support and advice for children and young people who are deaf or hard of hearing from early years through to further education. Assess the impact of deafness on learning, communication, social development and access to the curriculum. Develop, implement and review individual programmes of support. Work in partnership with families to promote positive outcomes and independence. Advise and train school staff on effective strategies, reasonable adjustments and inclusive practice. Support educational settings to create deaf-friendly learning environments. Monitor and evaluate progress, contributing to Education, Health and Care Needs Assessments and annual reviews where appropriate. Liaise with health, social care and voluntary sector professionals to ensure coordinated support. Contribute to service development, quality improvement and professional learning activities. Maintain accurate records and reports in accordance with professional and statutory requirements. Essential Requirements Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Mandatory Qualification in Deaf Education (MQ) or willingness to obtain it BSL Level 3 – or working towards. Experience of working with children and young people who are deaf or hard of hearing in educational settings. Strong understanding of deafness and its impact on communication and language development, learning, and social and emotional development. Knowledge of current SEND legislation and inclusive educational practice. Excellent communication, interpersonal and partnership-working skills. Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload across a geographical area. Full driving licence and access to a vehicle for travel across Devon. This role involves travel across Devon, so access to a car is essential. This post requires an Enhanced DBS check. If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Lian Badcock – Strategic Lead for Sensory Needs & Physical Difficulties lian.badcock@devon.gov.uk – 07866118756 or Glenn Chamberlain – Team Lead – Sensory Needs & Physical Difficulties (Teacher of the Deaf) glenn.chamberlain@devon.gov.uk - 07562 210760 Closing date: 07/10/26 Shortlisting: 09/10/26 Interviews : 16/10/26 Our offer to you Working for Devon County Council (DCC) 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 2024. Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme - more information can be found on the Peninsula Pensions website. 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. How to apply Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as described in the person specification of the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed. 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. Please click Apply Now to see the Job Description. 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 Equality and Diversity webpages . For details on the use of AI in applications and Devon County Council’s use of AI in Recruitment please see Use of AI in Our Recruitment Processes - Working for Devon | Devon County Council Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. 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 Applicant privacy notice . For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page . We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Reference: REQ010573
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