Do it for keeping children safe from harm
In our North & Mid Devon Locality, social workers are supported from two welcoming bases: Barnstaple in the north and Tiverton in the heart of the county. Both locations offer far more than an office—they provide the grounding, balance, and community connection that make great place to live and work.
North Devon
Our North Devon office is located at Taw View in Barnstaple, just a short 35‑minute drive from Junction 27 of the M5. Set beside the stunning Taw Estuary, our spacious workplace offers panoramic views of the water—where wildlife, sailing boats, and local rowing clubs bring the river to life. On clear days, you can even enjoy sweeping vistas out to sea.
Barnstaple and the wider North Devon area are known for their golden beaches, charming villages, rolling countryside, and spectacular coastal paths. It’s a place where an exceptional work‑life balance comes naturally—an ideal setting to live, work, and unwind.
Mid Devon
Our Mid Devon Team is based at Phoenix House, right in the heart of the historic market town of Tiverton. It’s a welcoming, well‑connected base for social workers—just minutes from Junction 27 of the M5 for easy travel, yet surrounded by some of the South West’s most breathtaking landscapes.
From here, you’re perfectly placed to explore the Blackdown Hills, Dartmoor, Exmoor, and stretches of the stunning Devon coastline. It’s an environment that naturally supports reflective practice, wellbeing, and the space to recharge after demanding days.
Mid Devon offers the best of both worlds: a supportive team hub in a thriving community, paired with the peace, beauty, and balance that make a real difference to your professional life and personal wellbeing.
Welcome payment
Step into one of our North and Mid Devon teams and receive a £5,000 Welcome Payment. It’s our way of recognising the vital work you do from day one (Pro‑rata for part‑time staff and subject to standard deductions).
What you need to know:
* The Welcome payment is only applicable within the services and roles (stated below) within the North and Mid Devon locality.
* Payment is made in your first or second available salary after you start.
* This payment is available to new permanent recruits joining DCC within the North and Mid Devon locality.
* Payments can be made to former employees of DCC, but to qualify, you must have had a minimum of 6 months’ break in employment from DCC.
* By accepting, you agree to repay a proportion if you leave within two years.
Eligible Roles
Please note: You may see roles from other teams within Children’s Social Care listed on the ‘Eligible Roles’ pages. However, only the roles within the three ‘Eligible Services’ listed below qualify for the Welcome Payment.
Eligible Services
To learn more about each eligible service, simply select the links below to visit their team pages.
Flexible working opportunities
Working at Devon County Council, you will be offered a whole host of flexible working opportunities – but what exactly does this mean?
The place to work
Think you know local government? Think again. Modern. Flexible. Inclusive. Find a job that makes a difference and contributes to your local community, and gives you the flexibility and support you need.
The place to live
We’re lucky to live in one of the most beautiful parts of the country. Whether you like the sea, the countryside or the city, find out why Devon is the place for you.