Locum Social Worker

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay up to £45/hr

Locations across Scotland

Flexible contracts

Diverse social work specialisms

Consultant support

Weekly payroll

Extensions & long-term placements

Job summary

21 Health & Social Care is recruiting experienced social workers for locum opportunities across Scotland. Positions include Children & Families Duty, Family Centred Care, Disability teams, and Adult Services, with competitive pay and flexible contracts.

Applicants must be registered in Scotland with at least 1 year post-qualifying experience, PVG disclosure, and a strong knowledge of safeguarding. Roles span multiple locations and offer consultant support and long-term extension opportunities.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker registered in Scotland.
• SSSC registration is required.
• PVG Disclosure or willingness to obtain one.
• Minimum of 1 year post-qualification experience.
• Experience across Adults, Children and Families, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health or related statutory services.
• Strong knowledge of Scottish legislation and safeguarding procedures.
• Excellent assessment, communication and report-writing skills.

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 & Child protection.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and partner agencies.
• Support individuals, children, families and carers to positive outcomes.
• Prepare reports and attend case conferences and court proceedings when required.
• Promote strengths-based practice and ensure policy compliance.

Skills

Assessment

Communication

Report writing

Independent working

Caseload management

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

BA/BSc (Hons) in Social Work

MSc / PgDip in Social Work

DipSW / Diploma in Social Work

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.