Band 6 SCIM-Trained Social Worker - Orkney Islands Council - £38.00PH - Accommodation & Travel Suppo

Hunter Gatherer AHP & Mental Health; Scotland; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health agency is seeking a Band 6 SCIM-Trained Social Worker for a relocation contract in the Orkney Islands, Scotland. You will deliver statutory social work services, support service users, and work with local teams. Benefits include accommodation support, travel coverage, and a competitive rate of £38.00PH. Applicants must be qualified Social Workers with SCIM training and previous experience.

Benefits

Accommodation support of up to £600 per month

Council tax covered

Travel costs to/from Orkney

One return trip home per month

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with SCIM training and experience applying SCIM principles.
• Previous statutory social work experience required.
• Flexibility to work full-time onsite in Orkney.

Responsibilities

• Deliver frontline statutory social work services within the Social Work team.
• Support service users through care planning and risk assessment.
• Collaborate with local services and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Statutory social work experience

SCIM training and principles application

Independent work and caseload management

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Education

Qualified Social Worker with valid registration

Job description

Band 6 SCIM-Trained Social Worker - Orkney Islands Council - £38.00PH - Accommodation & Travel Support Included

Hunter Mental Health are supporting Orkney Islands Council with a Band 6 SCIM-trained Social Worker vacancy based in the beautiful Orkney Islands.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to take on a fully supported relocation contract in a scenic, community-focused location, with extensive expenses covered for eligible workers.

What You'll Be Doing

• Delivering frontline statutory social work services within Orkney Islands Council's Social Work team, utilising your SCIM training

• Working with adults, families, or children depending on your experience and service needs

• Supporting service users through care planning, risk assessment, safeguarding practices, and implementing SCIM approaches

• Collaborating with local services, carers, and multidisciplinary teams to provide high-quality, person-centred interventions

• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with council policies and legislation

Requirements & Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with valid registration

• SCIM training and experience applying SCIM principles in statutory social work essential

• Previous statutory social work experience required

• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively

• Flexibility to work full-time hours onsite in Orkney (minimum 3 weeks onsite per month if extended beyond 3 months)

• Availability to start on or near 28 July 2025

Working Hours & Contract Duration

• Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm (full-time)

• Start date: 28 July 2025 (or as close as possible)

• Contract duration: 3 months initially, with review for extension

• Rate: £38.00PH

• Location: Orkney Islands, Scotland

Additional Benefits

• Accommodation support: rent covered up to £600 per month

• Council tax paid by the council

• Travel costs covered to and from Orkney at the start and end of the assignment

• One return trip home per month if your main residence is outside Orkney

Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health?

• Sector specialists who understand your role and SCIM practice

• Weekly payroll and dedicated compliance support

• Access to roles across the UK including relocation and remote opportunities

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