Social Worker, Whitburn Partnership Centre, 509.11 - WEL10819

West Lothian Council; Whitburn; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

West Lothian Council in Scotland is recruiting a social worker to promote and protect the wellbeing of vulnerable children and families. The role is based in one of our practice teams with induction, supervision, workload management and a clear development plan.

You will need a degree in social work or an equivalent qualification and registration with the SSSC within six months of starting. PVG scheme requirements may apply.

Qualifications

• Degree in social work or equivalent qualification.
• Registration with the SSSC required within six months of start date.
• PVG scheme clearance may be required before appointment.

Responsibilities

• Promote and protect the wellbeing of vulnerable children and families.
• Provide induction, supervision, and professional development opportunities.
• Work within a busy practice team in West Lothian.

Education

Degree in social work or equivalent

Job description

Job Advert

36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 31 st October 2027

In West Lothian we believe that all children should get the best start in life and should get the help they need when they need it.

You will be based in one of our busy practice teams promoting and protecting the wellbeing of vulnerable children and their families. We offer a supportive working environment with induction for new staff, regular planned supervision, a controlled workload and a professional development plan with varied training opportunities.

Degree in social work or equivalent qualification is essential.

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

This position requires registration with the SSSC. The successful candidate will have six months from the date of commencement of this post to become registered with the SSSC.SSSC stipulate you must submit your application within three months of your start date. If you are already registered with SSSC you will be required to add West Lothian Council to your account.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.