child services jobs in Devon

A local authority in the UK is seeking a dynamic Corporate Parenting Lead to ensure excellent outcomes for children in care and care leavers. Read all the information about this opportunity carefully, then use the application button below to send your CV and application. The role involves driving the Corporate Parenting Strategy, championing the voice of young people, and monitoring performance...

Job Title: Registered ManagerJob Location: TivertonSalary: £52,004.16 per annum, based on 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.Contract Type: Permanent Are you ready to step into a role where your leadership truly changes lives? Imagine being part of a place where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow, where every day brings the chance to make a lasting impact.Following an exciting...

You will have access to exceptional funded training opportunities.

You will have the chance to discover more about our nationally accredited preceptorship programme and award-winning buddy scheme too.

You will be supported with a mentor, an induction, and supernumerary period.

You will provide comprehensive psychological assessments, therapeutic interventions, and consultation as part of a multidisciplinary team, helping to create safe and stable systems around each child. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician seeking meaningful, flexible, and values-led work, with opportunities to expand into a full-time role following the probationary period.

Job Title: Qualified Social Worker – Child Protection Location: Barnstaple Hybrid Working: Office & home-based (subject to service needs) Pay Rate: £38 per hour Depending on experience. Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37-hour week. Job Description: Liquid Personnel is recruiting a Qualified Social Worker to join its client’s Child Protection Team based in Manchester. What will your...

Early Child Development Children's Senior Occupational Therapist Closing date: 28 January 2026 Job summary Ready to take the next step in your OT career? Join Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD) as a Senior Occupational Therapist! Whether you are a Band 5 OT ready to progress to Band 6, or a Band 6 OT seeking a fresh challenge, this role offers the chance to grow your skills in a supportive,...

A leading health service provider in Exeter is seeking a dedicated Senior Occupational Therapist to join their Early Child Development Pathway. The role involves assessing children, delivering evidence-based interventions, and collaborating with a dynamic multidisciplinary team to support children's developmental and sensory needs. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and a passion for...

A fostering service provider is seeking individuals to become Step Forward Foster Carers in Plymouth. This role involves providing full-time emotional support to children in need of stability and care. Candidates should have experience in care roles and the willingness to work from home. Basic earnings start at £840 per week per child placed, alongside additional allowances and training...

You will join us on a full-time, fixed term contract for up to 12 months, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £27,010 per annum plus excellent company benefits + localised incentives.

You will be working an 8-hour shift that will be: -08:00 – 16:00-09:00 – 17:00 -Or 10:00 – 18:00

You will expected to provide Service Manager cover for each other in relation to planned leave.

You will need to be a strong leader who can demonstrate a passion for the creation of a highly aspirational service that has the potential to be a model of excellence through innovation and collaboration.

You will be responsible for producing accurate, high‑quality, non‑verbatim minutes for a range of statutory meetings within strict departmental timescales. Working closely with Independent Chairs, you will help ensure that child protection plans are updated during meetings, information is recorded securely, and documentation is clear, concise and suitable for families and professionals.

You will provide comprehensive psychological assessments, therapeutic interventions, and consultation as part of a multidisciplinary team, helping to create safe and stable systems around each child. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician seeking meaningful, flexible, and values-led work, with opportunities to expand into a full-time role following the probationary period.

A regional health service in Exeter seeks a Senior Occupational Therapist to support children in achieving their full potential. The role includes assessing needs, delivering evidence-based interventions, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Successful candidates will have a degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration. This permanent position offers comprehensive...

You will have access to exceptional funded training opportunities.

You will have the chance to discover more about our nationally accredited preceptorship programme and award-winning buddy scheme too.

You will be supported with a mentor, an induction, and supernumerary period.

Job Title: Registered ManagerJob Location: TivertonSalary: £52,004.16 per annum, based on 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.Contract Type: Permanent Are you ready to step into a role where your leadership truly changes lives? Imagine being part of a place where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow, where every day brings the chance to make a lasting impact.Following an exciting...

Job Title: Qualified Social Worker – Child Protection Location: Devon (Hybrid: Office & Home-based, subject to service needs) Vacancies: Countywide Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week Pay Rate: Up to £38 per hour (DOE) Job Description: Liquid Personnel seeks experienced Children’s Social Workers to support its client’s Child Protection Teams based across Devon. In this role, you...

Job Title: Registered Manager Job Location: Tiverton Salary: 52,004.16 per annum, based on 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. Contract Type: Permanent Are you ready to step into a role where your leadership truly changes lives? Imagine being part of a place where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow, where every day brings the chance to make a lasting impact. Following an...

You will have access to exceptional funded training opportunities.

You will have the chance to discover more about our nationally accredited preceptorship programme and award-winning buddy scheme too.

You will be supported with a mentor, an induction, and supernumerary period.

You will provide assessment, care management, and social work services to children and their families, arising out of the council’s duties and powers under legislation, Council, and Group policy.

You will promote and model effective working arrangements with Mental Health services and other voluntary and community partners to support Care Experienced young people.

You will have access to exceptional funded training opportunities.

You will have the chance to discover more about our nationally accredited preceptorship programme and award-winning buddy scheme too.

You will be supported with a mentor, an induction, and supernumerary period.