Social Worker - Flexible, Local Impact in the Borders

Scottish Borders Council; Peebles; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Scottish Borders Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join the Adult Social Work West Team serving Tweeddale and Teviot. Base locations can be Peebles or Hawick, subject to service needs.

You will manage a varied caseload, undertake assessments and reviews, and work with health and social care professionals to promote independence and wellbeing. This permanent, full‑time role offers flexible working, strong supervision and opportunities to develop practice in collaboration with

Qualifications

• Social Work qualification and professional registration.
• Experience of assessment, care planning and multi-agency working.
• Commitment to strengths-based, relationship-focused practice.
• Passion for improving outcomes for adults, carers and communities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload, undertake assessments and reviews.
• Contribute to Adult Support and Protection work.
• Help shape high-quality services across the Scottish Borders.
• Work with health and social care professionals to promote independence and wellbeing.

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Scottish Borders Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join the Adult Social Work West Team serving Tweeddale and Teviot. Base locations can be Peebles or Hawick, subject to service needs.

You will manage a varied caseload, undertake assessments and reviews, and work with health and social care professionals to promote independence and wellbeing. This permanent, full‑time role offers flexible working, strong supervision and opportunities to develop practice in collaboration with