Social Worker - EAY11072

East Ayrshire Council; Kilmarnock; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to join their Learning Disability Team. This permanent role involves protecting and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, requiring collaboration with various agencies. You will assess needs and formulate care plans while ensuring compliance with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Act. The position offers flexible work arrangements, allowing for a mix of office and remote work, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about social care. Join a team committed to making a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience in Regulated Work with children or protected adults.
• Membership in the PVG Scheme for relevant work.

Responsibilities

• Promote welfare and wellbeing of vulnerable individuals.
• Collaborate with external agencies to implement care plans.

Skills

Assessment of Needs

Care Plan Implementation

Collaboration with Agencies

Education

Degree in Social Work or Related Field

Job description

Job Description

Protect and promote the welfare and wellbeing of Children, Adults at Risk, and Communities through the exercise of Statutory Powers to address complex issues. This involves assessing needs, formulating, and implementing care plans in collaboration with external agencies and partner organizations. The role supports the promotion, delivery, and integration of key objectives within the Health & Social Care Partnership Plan and the Community Plan.

Requirements

The duties involve Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful applicants will need to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member for Regulated Work with these groups, or if already a member, undergo a PVG Scheme Record Update before a formal employment offer is made by East Ayrshire Council.

Note: PVG records are regularly updated. Any relevant information disclosed will be discussed with the applicant prior to employment.

Employment References

Following national Safer Recruitment guidance, applicants must provide at least two relevant references, including one from their current or most recent employer, which should be from an appropriate senior manager, not a peer at the same level.

Additional Information

This is a permanent position within the Learning Disability Team.

Hours: Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.

Salary: £40,495 - £44,117 plus a 5% Market Forces payment.

The workstyle is 'Flexible' — 50% to 79% of your time in an office or multiple work locations.

You will work at your administrative base or another agreed location between 2.5 to 4 days per week, with occasional work from home.

The admin base is at North West Area Centre, Kilmarnock.

All office-based employees (except those in schools) are expected to work towards the higher end of their workstyle in terms of time spent in the office or other locations.

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