Social Worker (Operations) - ARB18731

Argyll and Bute Council; Oban; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Generous leave entitlement

Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing initiatives

Flexible working policy

Job summary

Argyll and Bute Council in Oban is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join the Oban, Lorn and Isles Adults Social Work Operational team. You will undertake assessment and case management across rural areas and islands, requiring travel to Tiree, Coll, Colonsay, Mull and others.

A relocation package is available if relocating from outside the area. You should have social work experience and working knowledge of Adult Support and Protection; PVG membership is required and you may participate in

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with current registration.
• Experience in Adult Social Work and risk assessment.
• Willingness to travel across island communities.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage cases within the Oban, Lorn and Isles Adults Social Work Operational team.
• Coordinate assessments, travel to rural islands as required.
• Promote independence and safeguard adults in care.

Skills

Social work experience

Adult Support and Protection knowledge

Travel to islands

Independent and team work

Education

Social Worker qualification

Job description

Service: Health and Social Care Partnership

Closing Date: Tuesday 27th October 2026

We would like to welcome a suitably qualified and experienced Social Worker to join our Team in Oban, a picturesque location within Argyll and Bute covering rural areas and islands.

Argyll and Bute is one of Scotland’s most stunning areas. As its award-winning council, we play a vital part in the day-to-day life and long-term future of our beautiful and diverse communities. Our unwavering purpose is to make Argyll and Bute the place to be, the place where people want to live, to work and do business. And we are committed to making the council the place

to have a great career, by providing excellent benefits and a friendly, dynamic working culture so that each of our 5000 colleagues can deliver services that help our corner of Scotland thrive. Join us to make a difference.

An opportunity has arisen for a qualified Social Worker within the Oban, Lorn and Isles Adults Social Work Operational team.

The role will involve assessment and case management and will include travel to the Islands of Tiree, Coll, Colonsay, Mull and other islands within our catchment; the successful candidate will have a strong sense of professional identity and an ability to work both independently and as part of a small, busy team.

If the successful applicant is moving from out with the area a relocation package will be available.

You should have social work experience and working knowledge of Adult Support and Protection.

Given the rural area we cover, it is essential that you are able to travel effectively.

Please read and understand the Essential Criteria for the post carefully. If you do not meet the Essential Criteria, please do not apply for the post as your application will be disregarded

Our employees make good things happen in the day-to-day life and for the longer term future of Argyll and Bute. We want you to feel valued working for us. We offer various benefits to support you, such as a competitive salary, pension scheme, generous leave entitlement, cycle to work scheme, discounts on gym memberships and leisure centres, wellbeing initiatives, and opportunities for learning and career growth. We also embrace a modern approach to work, offering a flexible first approach where possible to requests from our employees to how they work.

We provide information to help with moving to the area, from finding somewhere to live to securing employment, and from schools and wider education to the varied lifestyles available here. If you have any enquiries, you’re welcome to

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We care about our people and the world around us and always aim to do the right thing. From employee recognition schemes to environmental policies we have many initiatives in place to help us look after the things we all care about.

Learn more here

Argyll and Bute Employee Recognition Programme,

Disability Confident,

Equality and Fairness,

Climate Change,

Hybrid and Flexible Working Policy

Argyll and Bute Council recognises the numerous benefits of a positive work-life balance to the wellbeing and productivity of our employees. We will take a flexible first approach to requests from our employees to change the way that they work. While we must balance such requests with the need to ensure the quality of the important services we deliver is not compromised, we will ensure that each request is given careful consideration with a view to achieving a positive outcome wherever possible.

Applicants should note that:-

• Happy to talk about flexible working arrangements.
• This post is suitable for job share.
• The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (

Exclusions and Exceptions (Scotland) Order 2013, as amended, applies to this post.

• This post requires Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) Membership in relation to working with children and adults.
• You will be required to participate in standby or other out of hour's service arrangements, as appropriate.
• This post requires registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).

Telephone Number: 01631 572929

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We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. To find out more about our commitment to this please visit