Kinship Social Worker - Flexible Hours, Court-Ready Impact

Aberdeen City Council; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Aberdeen City Council is seeking a part‑time social worker for Quarry Centre. The role requires statutory social work experience, PVG clearance, and a BA Social Work or DipSW/CQSW. A full driving licence is desirable.

The post involves risk assessment, intervention planning, and collaboration with families and professionals to achieve positive outcomes. Flexible working arrangements are available, and the council promotes equality and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Statutory social work experience in child protection or related areas.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess and balance risk and protective factors within a child protection framework.
• Assess needs, formulate and implement effective social work interventions.
• Prioritise tasks and manage workload to deliver quality case work with children and families.
• Communicate effectively with children, families and professionals in writing and orally.
• Provide concise reports and present findings to internal or external audiences, including in Court.

Skills

Social work experience

Communication skills

Learning and development

Driving licence

Education

BA Social Work or DipSW/CQSW

Job description

Aberdeen City Council is seeking a part‑time social worker for Quarry Centre. The role requires statutory social work experience, PVG clearance, and a BA Social Work or DipSW/CQSW. A full driving licence is desirable.

The post involves risk assessment, intervention planning, and collaboration with families and professionals to achieve positive outcomes. Flexible working arrangements are available, and the council promotes equality and inclusion.