We are seeking experienced Social Workers to join our dedicated teams. We currently have social worker vacancies in the following teams: 

In this key role, you will work with adults with a range of complex care and support needs, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and independence through effective, strengths-based practice. You will be responsible for undertaking proportionate and person-centred assessments, managing a complex caseload, and developing outcome-focused care and support plans. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues and partner agencies, you will play a central role in coordinating interventions that reduce risk, promote independence and support individuals to achieve their goals.

The role requires confident professional judgement in complex situations, including safeguarding activity, alongside the ability to balance risk, choice and control in line with statutory responsibilities. You will also be expected to contribute to a culture of high-quality practice through effective communication, clear recording, and strong analytical report writing.

You will bring strong knowledge of Adult Social Care legislation, including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and safeguarding frameworks, alongside excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in emotionally complex situations with professionalism and empathy.

As a Social Worker at Torbay Council, we are looking for motivated, flexible and collaborative professionals who can work both independently and as part of a team, while maintaining a clear focus on delivering high-quality outcomes.

We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment that values diversity and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

In Torbay, we are entering an important and positive period of change for Adult Social. As part of the planned conclusion of the Section 75 partnership agreement, services currently delivered by South Devon and Torbay NHS Foundation Trust will transfer back to Torbay Council in April next year. As we move towards this transition, all new and existing social care roles will be employed by Torbay Council. From appointment, colleagues will be part of the Council workforce, benefiting from council terms, conditions, local government pension, and employment support. To ensure continuity of high-quality care for people who use our services, staff will initially work within South Devon and Torbay NHS Foundation Trust. This arrangement will remain in place until the full transfer of services back to the Council at the end of March next year.
 
This post meets the requirements for an Enhanced Criminal Record Check. This will show spent and unspent convictions and adult cautions which have not been filtered in line with legislation, plus any information held by local Police that is considered relevant to the role.

If you are viewing this advert on a job board, you can access the full job description by placing the below URL into your browser:
https://www.torbay.gov.uk/jobs/job-descriptions/experienced-social-worker-adults/

For an informal chat please contact Lee Baxter on 07880 473753 or lee.baxter@torbay.gov.uk. 

Interviews are expected to be conducted during the week commencing 3rd August 2026. 

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. 

Our adverts do sometimes close early - even where there's a published deadline - so if you're keen, please apply as soon as possible.

You will find the diversity of the role and workstream topic to be rewarding and will be joining a team that is supportive and passionate about what it does as well as being committed to professional development.

You will be part of a well-established team and will be working alongside other Specialists, Intelligence Analysts and Public Health Practitioners, with support and management from the Public Health Specialist for Gambling Harm Prevention. You will also form and important part of the Public Health Knowledge and Intelligence Team, working alongside a team with a similar role to yours, albeit covering other public health agendas.   

We understand the importance of an effective work-life balance, therefore offer a hybrid working approach managed effectively around the need to attend essential meetings in line with the remit of the role.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work for an employer that sees public health as a core council function to improve people's lives and reduce health inequalities within the population. In return, you will join a supportive and rewarding organisation and team, whereby your talent will be valued and actively developed. At Torbay Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from our people.

This position is for a fixed term until 1st September 2028.

If you are viewing this advert on a job board, you can access the full job description by placing the below URL into your browser:
https://www.torbay.gov.uk/jobs/job-descriptions/public-health-intelligence-analyst-gambling-harm-prevention/

For an informal chat please contact Mark Richards on 07852 365598 or mark.richards@torbay.gov.uk. 

Interviews are expected to be conducted during the week commencing 17th August 2026. 

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. 

Our adverts do sometimes close early - even where there's a published deadline - so if you're keen, please apply as soon as possible.

You will find the diversity of the role and workstream topic to be rewarding and will be joining a team that is supportive and enthusiastic about what it does as well as being committed to professional development.

You will be part of a well-established team and will be collaborating with other Specialists, Intelligence Analysts and Public Health Practitioners, with support and management from a Consultant in Public Health.

We understand the importance of an effective work-life balance, therefore offer a hybrid working approach managed effectively around the need to attend essential meetings in line with the remit of the role.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work for an employer that sees public health as a core council function to improve people's lives and reduce health inequalities within the population.

In return, you will join a supportive and rewarding organisation and team, whereby your talent will be valued and actively developed. At Torbay Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from our people.

The following sections outline some of the key skills and effectiveness, knowledge, experience, and achievements required for the post. Please see the job description and person specification for the full list of requirements.

This position is for a fixed term until 1st September 2028.

If you are viewing this advert on a job board, you can access the full job description by placing the below URL into your browser:
https://www.torbay.gov.uk/jobs/job-descriptions/public-health-specialist/

For an informal chat please contact Mark Richards on 07852 365598 or mark.richards@torbay.gov.uk. 

Interviews are expected to be conducted during the week commencing 17th August 2026. 

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. 

Our adverts do sometimes close early - even where there's a published deadline - so if you're keen, please apply as soon as possible.

Do you have excellent customer service skills and enjoy being active?

If so, Torbay Council are currently recruiting for a Multi Skilled Civil Enforcement Officer.

Torbay is breath-taking, captivating, and welcoming, occupying a prime position on the south coast of Devon. We have real momentum building, fuelled by a shared sense of purpose and ambition which is clearly evident by our recent success in being awarded the ‘Most Improved Council’ at last year’s LGC Awards. We want Torbay and its residents to thrive and are committed to making a difference in our community, delivering high quality services to local people.

 

Our Multi Skilled Civil Enforcement Officers enforce road traffic orders by issuing Penalty Charge Notices. You will be the eyes and ears of the local community, patrolling areas whilst wearing a body worn video, providing advice to residents and members of the public. You will play a significant role in reducing traffic congestion within Torbay through the enforcement of parking restrictions.

You’ll need to be: 

You’ll be provided with all the uniform and equipment required. No previous experience is required as full training will be given, but previous experience in parking or traffic management, security, community safety, customer service, debt collection or enforcement would be beneficial.

You’ll be working as part of a friendly and supportive team, working an average of 37 hours per week on a rolling rota covering shifts between 7am and 10pm seven days a week. We aim to balance your needs and that of our service, so flexibility is required.

We’ll reward you with competitive pay, a £500 ‘Golden Hello’ payment, a £2,000 ‘Retention’ payment paid annually, and £500 ‘Refer a Friend’ payments. We also offer training and development opportunities which include Conflict Management training. The £500 'Golden Hello' payment is paid on completion of the successful probationary period, and a £1,000 Retention bonus is paid every 6 months after the first 12 months within the role. 

In addition to the advertised, salary enhancements are paid for working after 8pm, and on Sundays and Bank Holidays. This equates to around £2,500 per year. 

Torbay Council offers standard benefits including 26 days annual leave, a pension scheme, and some not so standard benefits as part of our employee benefits scheme – so if you would like to hop on a new bike (cycle to work scheme) or enjoy retail shopping, you can access discounts via My Benefits at Vivup! 

Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximises the contribution individuals can bring to Torbay Council. We recognise the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. We continue to promote the right environment to ensure we continue to promote equality, inclusivity and diversity for everyone.

A full valid driving licence, and a DBS disclosure is required for this role.

If you’d like to have a chat about the role, or have some particular questions you’d like answering before you apply, please contact me directly on the below telephone number.

If you are viewing this advert on a job board, you can access the full job description by placing the below URL into your browser:
https://www.torbay.gov.uk/jobs/job-descriptions/multi-skilled-civil-enforcement-officer-37-hours/

What We’re Looking For:

Why Join Us?

How to Apply: We do not accept CVs. Please visit the Torbay Council Jobs website to complete an application form.

This post meets the requirements for an Enhanced Criminal Record Check. This will show spent and unspent convictions and adult cautions which have not been filtered in line with legislation, plus any information held by local Police that is considered relevant to the role.

If you are viewing this advert on a job board, you can access the full job description by placing the below URL into your browser:
https://www.torbay.gov.uk/jobs/job-descriptions/enabler/

For an informal chat please contact Debbie Roache on 07423 316171 or debbie.roache@torbay.gov.uk (Wed-Fri), or Megan Randle on 07443 209272 or megan.randle@torbay.gov.uk (Mon-Tues). 

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Our adverts do sometimes close early - even where there's a published deadline - so if you're keen, please apply as soon as possible.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people?  

Do you thrive in a dynamic, innovative environment where your practice can directly shape a child’s future?  

Do you have a strong practice foundation in child protection, multi-agency collaboration and co-production? 

Torbay Children’s Services are looking for passionate and experienced social work practitioners to join our care proceedings Team. You would be working directly with children, young people and families to assess risk and need, offer guidance,  implement care plans and prepare high-quality court reports; providing support and protection through Public Law Outline or Court proceedings, ensuring that the welfare and safety of the child or young person is at the forefront of all decision-making. 

You will be a qualified social worker registered with Social Work England and with the right to work in the UK.  

Have successfully completed your ASYE and have at least 2 years post-qualifying experience in child protection or court work.  

Have a demonstrable understanding of statutory and legislative frameworks. 

Torbay Children’s Services are proud to have achieved a GOOD rating this year and are an innovative, future ready Children’s Services department.  

Restorative Practice underpins all of our work with children, young people and families; ensuring relationships remain at the heart of our intervention with a commitment to ensuring the voice of children and young people in invited and shapes our services.  

Our Learning Academy offers a wide-range of opportunities to enhance your continued professional development and progress your career with us here in Torbay Council. Communities of learning in practice offer strong peer learning and support, sharing best practice and embracing innovation in intervention.  

Restorative and reflective supervision with a balanced number of allocated children and young people. Your well-being is important to us, so personal supervision is also prioritised.  

 

Our Staff benefits:  
Lots of staff discounts and benefits, these include:  

Our place - We are closer than you think: 

Torbay is known as the English Riviera, nestling on the South Coast of Devon. With a mild climate, beautiful bays and sparkling shoreline, it consists of three towns, Torquay, Brixham and Paignton. There are excellent transport links via the M5 and West Coast rail mainline; with housing and rent being surprisingly affordable too. We can also support with a relocation package.  

This post meets the requirements for an Enhanced Criminal Record Check. This will show spent and unspent convictions and adult cautions which have not been filtered in line with legislation, plus any information held by local Police that is considered relevant to the role.

If you are viewing this advert on a job board, you can access the full job description by placing the below URL into your browser:
https://www.torbay.gov.uk/jobs/job-descriptions/experienced-social-worker-3/

For an informal chat please contact Krystal Erasmus on 01803 208573 or krystal.erasmus@torbay.gov.uk. 

Interviews are expected to be conducted during the week commencing 17th August 2026. 

Our adverts do sometimes close early - even where there's a published deadline - so if you're keen, please apply as soon as possible.