Adult Support & Protection, Audit & Learning and Development Officer - SBO08977

Scottish Borders Council; Newtown St Boswells; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Scottish Borders Council is offering a permanent position focusing on Adult Support & Protection services within the Public Protection Committee. The role involves auditing current practices, delivering training, and ensuring compliance with local and national guidelines to enhance the support provided to adults and their families. Ideal candidates will possess a Diploma in Social Work and relevant experience, ensuring the council's commitment to service excellence.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Diploma (or equivalent) in Social Work.
• Willingness to obtain a Registration with SSSC Post Graduate Adult Support & Protection Certificate.
• Current driving license (Category B).

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits on Adult Support & Protection services.
• Link with Local and National agendas to improve services.
• Develop and deliver training.

Skills

Training development

Audit skills

Education

Diploma in Social Work

Post Graduate Adult Support & Protection Certificate

Job description

Job Details

Grade: 9A

Hourly Rate: £22.98 - £24.82

Salary: £41,950.13 - £45,308.13 per annum

Contract Duration: Permanent

Please note the closing date has been extended until Sunday 3rd August 2025.

Role Purpose

An opportunity has arisen to be involved in the work of the Public Protection Committee, to ensure the highest level of practice in relation to Adult Support & Protection is delivered across the Scottish Borders.

The post requires the right candidate to complete audits around how Adult Support & Protection services currently run, highlighting areas for improvement and lessons that can be learned. This includes linking in with Local and National agendas / legislation, guidance and Learning Reviews to provide the best service for Adults and their families / carers who become involved with Adult Support & Protection services in the Scottish Borders.

This post also includes training development and delivery.

Essential

A Diploma (or equivalent) in Social Work

Registration with SSSC Post Graduate Adult Support & Protection Certificate or willing to undertake such qualification

A current driving licence and use of a vehicle is an essential requirement of this post. Type of drivers licence: Category B * If you have a disability which precludes you from holding a drivers licence, Scottish Borders Council will take into account its responsibility to make reasonable adjustments to allow for your disability. Should it be possible to make such an adjustment in order that you can undertake the travel responsibilities of the post, this will be taken into account in consideration for this role.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Samantha Wallace at [e-mail].

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.