Kingsbridge and Ivybridge
Please select which post you are interested in on your application form.
– 28 HPW – Ivybridge/Kingsbridge Community Health and Social Care Team
– 37 HPW -Integrated Hospital Discharge Team
Both settings are fast paced and required practitioners to proactively identify eligibility needs under the Care Act, while apply a strengths-based approach.
You will have the opportunity to learn new skills as there will be an expectation that practitioners can work autonomously within different settings to meet service demand.
We are looking for someone who is happy to advocate and challenge other practitioners when there is health and social care differing of options.
These posts require a person who can multi-task and prioritise effectively to meet tight time scales.
Does the job role include personal care?: No
Working Patterns:
TBC
Essential details:
What 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 Social Care Assessor has never been more attractive.
For an informal discussion please contact Amanda Crosby on 079 7198 4247 or via email at amanda.crosby@devon.gov.uk
Interviews are due to be held on 15th July 2026
How to apply
Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential 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 details to log in and apply.
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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.
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).
This role requires a DBS disclosure.