Social Worker (2 Posts) - ORK09417

Medirest Signature; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community care organization is seeking two qualified Social Workers for its Children and Families Team in Orkney. The roles involve statutory duties, multi-agency collaborations, and a commitment to supporting family well-being through dedicated professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Regular supervision and guidance

Investment in professional development

Interview expense reimbursement

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with an SSSC registration.
• Experience or willingness to work in preventive family-focused contexts.
• Ability to travel efficiently within Orkney.

Responsibilities

• Join a team handling statutory duties in Children and Families.
• Undertake standby duties on a rota basis.
• Support multi-agency approaches and evidence-based decisions.

Skills

Teamwork

Evidence-based assessment

Communication

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Advert

ORKNEY HEALTH AND CARE

Children, Families and Justice Services

Social Worker (2 Posts)

35 hours per week

Permanent

£44,686 - £47,368 / £24.49 - £25.96 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)

We would also consider applicants interested in part time hours.

We are looking to appoint qualified Social Workers to join our well-established Children and Families Team.

Applications will be welcomed from experienced and newly qualified Social Workers. You will be part of a small team covering the full range of statutory duties. You will be expected to undertake standby duty on a rota basis. We will provide regular supervision and guidance within a supportive team.

Orkney Health and Care have a strong commitment to Getting it Right for Every Child. We are investing in our preventive work and whole family approaches on a multi - agency basis.

We also have a renewed focus on evidence- based assessment and decision making in permanence work. We are committed to encouraging and supporting our staff to develop their career through local and national training opportunities and continuing professional development.

You will hold a degree or post graduate qualification in Social Work, which allows registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) as a Social Worker. You must be registered with SSSC, although applications from candidates currently in process of registration may be considered.

You must be able to travel efficiently and effectively, between various work locations within Orkney, in order to meet the operational requirements of the service.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with children and adults.

Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Alanna Burns, Acting Service Manager, Children and Families Team on 01856 873535 ext. 2675 or [e-mail].

Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 15 June 2025

Please note that interview expenses will be paid for this post, in accordance with Council policy.