Social Worker - ABS48512

Aberdeenshire Council; Inverurie; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Aberdeenshire Council in Inverurie is recruiting a Qualified Social Worker to join the Justice Social Work Team across Central and South Aberdeenshire. The post is full-time and fixed-term to 31 October 2027, based at the Inverurie Office with travel to Huntly, Banchory, Ellon and Stonehaven.

You will handle all aspects from initial Court appearances through onward progression, with training provided and a supportive team. A driving licence and access to a vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• This post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.
• The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.
• Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required.
• You will be required to provide this check.
• A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.
• This post has a minimum requirement of 2 references, one of which must be your current or most recent employer.

Responsibilities

• Involved in all aspects of Justice Social Work covering from people's initial Court appearance to thereafter following their journey through our service.

Job description

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our busy Justice Social Work Team across Central and South Aberdeenshire. This is a full time fixed term post based primarily at the Inverurie Office, however, there will be a requirement for the successful candidate to travel to other offices covered by our team such as Huntlly, Banchory, Ellon, and Stonehaven. All applicants must therefore hold a valid driving licence and have access to their own vehicle.

This is a Qualified Social Worker post, therefore all applicants must also hold a relevant Social Work Degree or other similar Social Work Qualification. Working hours are generally Monday to Friday within office hours, however there may be a need to be available for occasional evening or weekend work.

The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of Justice Social Work covering from people's initial Court appearance, to thereafter following their journey through our service.

There will be various training and development opportunities, and you will be joining an experienced and supportive team who will continually promote new learning experiences for you.

Fixed Term for a period not exceeding: 31 October 2027

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Requirements

This post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

This post has a minimum requirement of 2 references, one of which must be your current or most recent employer.