Social Worker (Justice Services) - CLA04112

Clackmannanshire Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking qualified Social Workers to deliver statutory social work services, manage caseloads, and prepare reports. Candidates should be registered with the SSSC, enthusiastic about social change, and ready to grow in a supportive team. The role offers generous annual leave, training, and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Membership of Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
• Enthusiastic and committed to justice and social change.
• Ready to grow within a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver statutory social work services in line with legislation.
• Manage a varied caseload and conduct risk assessments.
• Prepare reports for courts and parole boards.
• Provide targeted interventions to individuals and groups.
• Represent the Justice Service in multi-agency forums.

Skills

Statutory social work services

Risk assessment tools (LS/CMI, SARAv3)

Report preparation for courts

Targeted interventions

Collaboration in multi-agency forums

Education

Qualified Social Worker

SSSC Registration

Job description

Job Description

In this role, you will:

• Deliver statutory social work services in line with relevant legislation and guidance
• Manage a varied caseload, including risk and needs assessments using tools such as LS/CMI and SARAv3
• Prepare reports for courts and the parole board
• Deliver targeted interventions to individuals and groups
• Represent the Justice Service in multi‑agency forums and contribute to collaborative risk management

We offer:

• Regular supervision and access to training and professional development
• Generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements to support work‑life balance
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and access to a range of employee benefits

Who Can Apply

Qualified Social Workers registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), including those newly qualified, are encouraged to apply. Enthusiastic, committed to justice and social change, and ready to grow within a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Security Clearance

Successful applicants will need to undergo Non‑Police Personnel Vetting (NPPV) at a minimum of Level 2. While the Multi‑Agency Public Protection System (MAPPS) has not yet been fully implemented, applicants must agree to undertake the vetting process when access becomes necessary.

Equal Opportunities

Clackmannanshire Council welcomes applications from everyone and values diversity. We are committed to an inclusive culture where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. For this vacancy, we welcome applications from ethnic minority groups, who are currently under‑represented in our workforce.

Regulated Work – PVG Scheme

This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. You will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo an update check prior to a formal offer. If your salary is over £38,000 per annum, you may be required to pay the cost of the application, which will be deducted from your first pay.

Clackmannanshire Council is a living wage accredited employer.