Social Worker - Child Protection - NAY15454

North Ayrshire Council; Irvine; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Social Workers to join their innovative Child Protection Team. This exciting opportunity involves working closely with families to ensure child welfare and protection through a relationship-based approach. The team is focused on providing consistent support by limiting caseloads, allowing for quality relationships and impactful outcomes. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to making a positive difference, this role is perfect for those passionate about child welfare. Join a forward-thinking organization that values focus, passion, and inspiration in its staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in children and families work is essential.
• Completed five-day child protection training required.

Responsibilities

• Support child welfare and protection effectively.
• Work collaboratively with families and networks.

Skills

Child Protection Training

Relationship-Based Practice

Experience in Children and Families Work

Understanding of Complex Issues

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Job Summary

This is a re-advert of NAY15225. Previous applicants need not re-apply as they will not be considered.

Interviews may be conducted in person or via Microsoft Teams. All you need is a device with a camera and internet access. Guidance and instructions will be provided for virtual interviews.

We support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process as a disability confident leader. For more information, visit important-information-for-applicants.

Children and Families in North Ayrshire are undergoing exciting changes. We are recruiting experienced Social Workers to join our redesigned Child Protection Team, which now supports families with one consistent team and worker. We use models like Signs of Safety and Safe and Together, and have redesigned our paperwork to facilitate collaboration with families and their networks. Our goal is to support child welfare and protection effectively, focusing on relationship-based practice.

Applicants should have experience in children and families work, completed five-day child protection training, and possess a solid understanding of the complex issues involved. To support our expansion, caseloads are limited to support quality relationships, aiming for no more than 15 children per worker. We are committed to making a positive difference in outcomes for children and families.

This role is a five-day week, Monday to Friday.

Learn more about us and why we are a Great Place to Work before applying.

Staff Values & Behaviours

Our recruitment process emphasizes behavioural-based approaches. Our staff values—Focus, Passion, & Inspiration—are central to this role. More information is available at Staff values and behaviours.

Additional Information

References

If references are required, you will be notified if you are shortlisted for an interview. Failure to provide relevant references may delay the process.

PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups)

This post is regulated work with children and protected adults under the PVG scheme. Successful candidates must join or update their PVG scheme, with costs deducted from wages. For more info, visit disclosure-scotland.

Your name and email will be entered into the PVG system to generate your PVG form.

Our Workstyles

North Ayrshire Council has four Workstyles. This role is classified as Agile, involving flexible working across locations, including home and office. More details are in our HR Guide. Questions about this can be asked during the interview.