Social Worker, HMP Perth - PKC12744

Perth and Kinross Council; Perth; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Perth and Kinross Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker for HMP Perth. This role involves managing risks and providing support to statutory prisoners. Candidates must possess a relevant social work degree and registration with the SSSC. A supportive environment encourages professional development and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Generous annual leave package

Eligibility for pension scheme

Family-friendly policies including flexible working

Training and professional development support

Qualifications

• Experience in justice social work is desirable.
• Understanding of risk assessment and management is essential.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple agencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage risks and assess prisoners throughout their sentences.
• Write reports for Parole Board and attend hearings.
• Work collaboratively with the Scottish Prison Service.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Report-Writing

Education

Relevant social work degree

Registration with Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)

Tools

LS/CMI

ROSH

RM2000

SA07

SARAv3

Job description

Main Purpose of the Role

Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job; it's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch.

We currently have the following opportunity:

Social Worker - PKC12744
£44,223 - £47,170
HMP Perth

The post is based in HMP Perth Social Work Department. HMP Perth houses a population of adult males, including individuals on remand and those serving short, long, or indeterminate sentences.

We are a small, busy team comprising qualified Social Workers, a Justice Assistant, and Business Support. Our role is to provide a quality social work service to statutory prisoners, including a Duty social work service accessible to all prisoners.

A key part of our role is to assess and manage potential risks posed by individuals at different stages of their sentences, through report writing for the Parole Board and attending Parole Oral Hearings.

We participate in multi-agency decision-making forums such as Risk Management Teams (RMTs), Integrated Case Management (ICMs), Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA), and Programme Casework Management Board (PCMB). We collaborate with the Scottish Prison Service and community social work agencies to support and manage statutory offenders.

The team is based within the prison setting with access to hybrid working arrangements.

Skills & Experience Required

The successful candidate will be highly motivated to deliver quality social work services in partnership with community colleagues and the Scottish Prison Service.

Relevant experience in justice social work, understanding of risk assessment and management, and familiarity with tools like LS/CMI and ROSH, RM2000, SA07, SARAv3 are desirable.

They should also have a good understanding of the legislative framework and the evolving landscape of justice social work, with the ability to work collaboratively with statutory and third-sector organisations both inside and outside the prison environment.

Strong communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills are essential.

A relevant social work degree and registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) are required.

Working at Perth & Kinross Council

Our values and behaviours guide our work and support our key priorities. Applicants will be asked to demonstrate these in their application and interview.

We offer:

• A generous annual leave package
• 6 public holidays plus an additional discretionary day
• Eligibility for our pension scheme
• Family-friendly policies including Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, volunteering time, and Wellbeing Framework
• Flexi time
• A range of other benefits

We support flexible working where possible and encourage discussions about this with the recruiting manager. We also provide training and support for ongoing professional development.

This role requires registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).

Next Steps

Interested candidates should contact Carol Casey, Team Leader, at 01738 458172 or [e-mail] for more information.

Click APPLY NOW to submit your application. External candidates need to provide contact details for 2 referees, including email addresses, with at least one being your current or most recent employer.

We welcome applications from all, including those with disabilities, and guarantee interviews for applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please contact us to discuss reasonable adjustments.

We value diversity and welcome applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists, among others, recognizing transferable skills from military careers.

Working with children and/or protected adults involves regulated roles requiring PVG scheme membership or updates under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. If you have lived overseas for 12 months or more within the last 10 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be necessary.

Final employment offers are contingent upon successful pre-employment checks, including references, qualifications, and eligibility to work in the UK.