Senior Social Worker (Justice) - Grindlay Court Social Work Centre - 11110_1754561009

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Job summary

A local justice services organization in Edinburgh is seeking an enthusiastic Senior Social Worker for the Community Intervention Services for Sexual Offending. This role involves supervising a small team, managing the Moving Forwards To Change programme, and ensuring quality service delivery. Candidates should possess a Social Work qualification recognized by the SSSC and have experience with risk assessment tools. The organization emphasizes staff wellbeing and offers extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Extensive training

Flexible working arrangements

Compassionate work environment

Qualifications

• Experience with risk assessment tools and management.
• Registered or eligible for registration with SSSC.
• Training in MF2C required unless already completed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a small team and consult with stakeholders.
• Manage the Moving Forwards To Change (MF2C) programme.
• Ensure high-quality practice and oversee service delivery.

Skills

Leadership skills

Social work interventions

Risk assessment tools

Risk management processes

Education

Social Work qualification recognized by SSSC

Job description

Senior Social Worker, Community Intervention Service for Sexual Offending, Justice Services
Grindlay Court Justice Services, Edinburgh

Salary: £46,023 - £54,476
Hours: 36 per week

Edinburgh Justice Services is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join as a Senior Social Worker for the Community Intervention Services for Sexual Offending (CISSO).

CISSO supports Justice Social Work across Edinburgh, Lothians, and Scottish Borders, working with adults with sexual offending histories. The team provides specialist assessments, interventions, coaching, training, and consultation. The Senior Social Worker will supervise a small team and play a key role in consultations. The role involves managing the Moving Forwards To Change (MF2C) programme, which addresses sexual offending behaviour. Training in MF2C is required unless already completed.

The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in best practices for working with adults with sexual offending histories, along with leadership skills. Proven skills in social work interventions and leadership are desirable, with opportunities for specialist training and support.

Reporting to the Team Leader, the post holder will ensure high-quality practice, oversee service delivery, support staff, and represent the service at multi-agency meetings and forums.

Edinburgh Justice Services is committed to providing quality, compassionate services and staff wellbeing. We offer extensive training, implement trauma-informed and restorative practices, and are establishing a Women's Centre in partnership with NHS Lothian.

For an informal discussion, please email [e-mail].

Applicants must have a Social Work qualification recognized by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), be registered or eligible for registration, and have experience with risk assessment tools and risk management processes.

This role involves regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the PVG Scheme. The successful candidate will need to undergo PVG checks and provide any required overseas criminal record checks. Employment is contingent on satisfactory checks.

We aim to foster an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued. Our new interview approach focuses on Behaviours of Respect, Integrity, and Flexibility, which you can learn more about at Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council.

Salary ranges typically reflect starting salaries, with annual increases. We support flexible working arrangements.

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