Social Worker - ARB16402

Argyll and Bute Health and Social Care Partnership; Dunoon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Le partenariat de santé et de soins sociaux d'Argyll et Bute recherche des travailleurs sociaux engagés pour un rôle temporaire à Dunoon, offrant un environnement collaboratif. Les candidats joueront un rôle essentiel en assurant les meilleurs résultats pour les enfants, tout en bénéficiant d'un soutien et d'opportunités de développement professionnel. Ce poste inclut la gestion d'une charge de travail variée et la collaboration avec divers professionnels.

Benefits

Rémunération compétitive

Régime de pension

Congés généreux

Initiatives de bien-être

Qualifications

• Doit détenir un CQSW, BA (Hons) SWS, DipSW ou équivalent.
• Inscription au Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) obligatoire.
• Participation à des services de garde ou hors heures peut être requise.

Responsibilities

• Gérer un cas varié dans le cadre des responsabilités en travail social.
• Collaborer avec d'autres professionnels pour les interventions auprès des enfants.
• Encourager le développement professionnel dans une équipe de soutien.

Skills

Engagement envers les enfants

Compétences interpersonnelles

Education

CQSW, BA (Hons) SWS, DipSW ou qualifications équivalentes

Job description

Service: Health and Social Care Partnership

Closing Date: Wednesday 9th July 2025

In Argyll and Bute, we place our children at the centre of all we do. We are committed to achieving the best by listening to and involving our children, families, and staff.

Argyll and Bute is one of Scotland's most stunning areas. As its award-winning council, we play a vital part in the day-to-day life and long-term future of our diverse communities. Our purpose is to make Argyll and Bute the place to be, the place where people want to live, work, and do business. We are committed to making the council a great place to have a career, offering excellent benefits and a friendly, dynamic working culture so our 5,000 colleagues can deliver services that help our region thrive. Join us to make a difference.

We have a strongly embedded approach to GIRFEC and maintain close working relationships with other professionals and services. The role offers a manageable caseload across the full range of Children and Families Social Work responsibilities, including CP, LAAC, and early intervention, within a supportive team that encourages professional development.

Whether you are an experienced worker seeking a positive change or a newly qualified worker wanting broad social work experience, we are looking for enthusiastic social workers committed to high standards of practice and achieving the best outcomes for children and young people.

Applicants should hold CQSW, BA (Hons) SWS, DipSW, or equivalent qualifications. They should also hold or be willing to apply for SSSC registration and PVG scheme membership.

Our employees make a difference in the day-to-day life and future of Argyll and Bute. We offer benefits such as a competitive salary, pension scheme, generous leave, cycle to work scheme, gym discounts, wellbeing initiatives, and career development opportunities. We embrace flexible work arrangements where possible.

We care about our people and the environment, implementing initiatives like employee recognition, environmental policies, and more.

Learn more about our initiatives: Argyll and Bute Employee Recognition Programme, Disability Confident, Armed Forces, Fair Work First, Equality and Fairness, Climate Change, Flexible and Hybrid Working Policy.

This post is temporary until 25th April 2026.

Applicant notes:

• Open to discussing flexible working arrangements.
• This position is not suitable for job sharing.
• Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013 applies.
• Requires PVG membership for working with children and adults.
• This is a temporary role, possibly filled on secondment basis, at the discretion of the employee's manager. Refer to secondment guidance for application.
• Participation in standby or out-of-hours services may be required.
• Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) is mandatory.

To apply, click the Apply Now button at the top of this page.

For questions, contact Stacey Ellis, Social Work Team Manager, at 01369 800376 or [e-mail]. Please note, applications must be submitted via the 'Apply Now' button; CVs are not accepted.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing. Learn more about our commitments in our Equality & Diversity Policy.