Locum Social Worker

21 Health and Social Care; Forth; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payroll

Consultant support

Flexible contracts

Multiple Scotland locations

Job summary

21 Health & Social Care is recruiting locum Social Workers for positions across Scotland. Roles offer flexible contracts, 3-month initial duration with potential extensions, and assignments in Children & Families, Family Centred Care, Adult Social Work, and Disability teams.

Pay ranges from £25 to £45 per hour (PAYE & Umbrella), with Monday–Friday 9am–5pm by assignment. Relevant Scottish registration and 1+ year post-qualification experience required.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker registered in Scotland (SSSC).
• Minimum of 1 year post-qualification experience.
• Experience across Adults, Children and Families, Learning Disabilities or Mental Health.

Responsibilities

• Deliver statutory social work services per Scottish legislation and guidance.
• Undertake assessments, support planning and reviews.
• Manage complex caseloads with person-centred interventions.
• Complete safeguarding work including Adult Support and Protection and Child Protection.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and partner agencies.
• Support individuals, children, families and carers to positive outcomes.
• Prepare reports and attend case conferences, reviews and court proceedings as required.
• Promote strengths-based practice and comply with local policies.

Skills

Communication

Assessment

Report writing

Case management

Education

BA/BSc (Hons) in Social Work

Postgraduate qualification in Social Work (MSc PgDip)

DipSW

Tools

PVG Disclosure

SSSC Registration

Job description

Locum Social Worker

Pay Rate: Ranging from £25- £45 per hour (PAYE & Umbrella)
Location: Multiple locations across Scotland
Contract Type: Locum Social Work Opportunities
Duration: Flexible contracts available (initially 3- with extension potential)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (varies by assignment)

About the Role:

21 Health & Social Care are recruiting experienced and dedicated Social Workers for a range of locum opportunities across Scotland. We are currently recruiting for positions within:

• Children & Families Duty Team- St Boswells Scottish Borders
• Children & Families- Hawick Scottish Borders
• Family Centred Care Social Worker- Midlothian
• Children Services Disability Team- Midlothian
• Adult Social Work Services- Edinburgh

These opportunities are available with local authorities and health and social care partnerships throughout Scotland.

To be considered for these roles, you must be a qualified Social Worker registered in Scotland with a minimum of 1 years' post-qualification experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering statutory social work services in accordance with Scottish legislation and guidance.
• Undertaking assessments, support planning, and reviews.
• Managing complex caseloads and delivering person-centred interventions.
• Completing safeguarding and protection work, including Adult Support and Protection and Child Protection responsibilities.
• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and partner agencies.
• Supporting individuals, children, families, and carers to achieve positive outcomes.
• Preparing reports and attending case conferences, reviews, and court proceedings where required.
• Promoting strengths-based practice and ensuring compliance with local authority policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• Recognised social work qualification, such as a BA/BSc (Hons) in Social Work, a postgraduate qualification in Social Work (e.g. an MSc or PgDip in Social Work), or the Diploma in Social Work (DipSW).
• Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
• PVG Disclosure (or willingness to obtain one).
• Minimum of 1 years post-qualification social work experience.
• Experience within Adults, Children and Families, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health, or related statutory services.
• Strong knowledge of relevant Scottish legislation and safeguarding procedures.
• Excellent assessment, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates of up to £45 per hour.
• Opportunities available across multiple locations throughout Scotland.
• Flexible contract lengths to suit your availability and preferences.
• Opportunities within a wide range of social work specialisms.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignment.
• Weekly payroll
• Opportunities for contract extensions and long-term placements

Why Work with 21 Health & Social Care?

At 21 Health & Social Care, we specialise in connecting experienced professionals with high-quality opportunities across Scotland. Our experienced team comes from health and social care backgrounds, giving us a genuine understanding of the sector and the professionals who work within it. We provide a personalised, supportive recruitment service and are committed to helping you find the right opportunity across Scotland.