Justice Social Worker - Community

Randstad Care; Musselburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking an experienced Justice Social Worker in Musselburgh to manage caseloads, prepare reports, and support individuals in achieving positive changes. This role involves working closely with local communities, ensuring accessibility, and offers a flexible working environment with options for remote work. Candidates must have a degree in Social Work, be proficient in LSCMI, and have a strong background in Justice Social Work. Competitive pay and benefits are included.

Benefits

Competitive rate of pay

Help with sourcing accommodation and travel

Flexible working hours

Free training for Continuous Professional Development

Contributory pension

Referral scheme - £300 in vouchers

Dedicated consultant contact

Weekly payroll

Qualifications

• Full registration with the SSSC or equivalent.
• Proven experience in a Justice Social Work setting.
• Ability to write Court Reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload and prepare Justice Social Work Reports.
• Meet service users across East Lothian for effective supervision.

Skills

LSCMI Trained

Qualified Social Worker

Justice Experience

Mobility

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Location

East Lothian (Based in Musselburgh, covering Haddington, Tranent, and Dunbar)

Contract

Temporary (ASAP - End of March 2026, potential for extension)

Hours

Full-time (35 hours per week)

Rate

Competitive Locum Rate

The Role

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Justice Social Worker to join a team in East Lothian. This is a fast‑paced, vital role focused on public protection and supporting individuals to make positive changes.

You will manage a diverse caseload and be responsible for the preparation of Justice Social Work Reports. Your work will take you across the local authority, meeting service users in Musselburgh, Haddington, Tranent, and Dunbar to ensure local accessibility and effective supervision.

Key Requirements

• LSCMI Trained: fully trained and proficient in the Level of Service/Case Management Inventory.
• Qualified Social Worker: Valid registration with the SSSC (or equivalent) and a recognised Social Work qualification.
• Justice Experience: Proven experience within a Justice Social Work setting is essential.
• Mobility: Ability to travel across East Lothian to meet service users in various local hubs.

Flexible Working & Work-Life Balance

• Hybrid Model: Up to 40% of your working week can be spent working from home.
• Compressed Hours: Our client is open to discussing flexible patterns; a nine‑day fortnight is currently a popular and successful arrangement within the team.

Base

Musselburgh, offering a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

• Degree in Social Work
• LSCMI trained, Sara and SA07 would be desirable
• Member of the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work flexibly, under direction and independently where necessary
• Member of the PVG scheme
• Court Reports writing

Benefits

• Competitive rate of pay
• Help with sourcing accommodation and travel, if required
• Flexible hours, weekdays and weekends
• Free training to keep up to date with your Continuous Professional Development
• Contributory pension
• Referral scheme - receive £300 in vouchers (subject to Ts and Cs)
• Help with sourcing accommodation and travel, if required
• Dedicated Randstad consultant - one point of contact
• Weekly payroll

Contact

If this position sounds like the next role for you, or know someone who would fit this role, please get in touch with Leigh Hamilton on (phone number removed) or email.

Do you know anyone that may be interested in this role? A £300 referral bonus is available - subject to Ts and Cs.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.