Social Worker X4 - MID06787

Midlothian Council; Dalkeith; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Social Workers to join their Children's Services Practice Team. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of children and young people, providing essential support from pre-birth to age 26. The team is focused on a rights-based and trauma-informed approach, ensuring that every child and family receives the care they deserve. With a permanent contract and a supportive working environment, this is an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about social work and improving community outcomes.

Qualifications

• Essential: Degree in Social Work and SSSC registration.
• Alternative: Diploma in Social Work with SSSC registration.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside children and young people, adopting a rights-based approach.
• Engage in statutory and children protection work.

Skills

Social Work

Mental Health Assessment

Trauma-Informed Care

Education

Degree in Social Work

Diploma in Social Work

Mental Health Officer Qualification

Job description

Job Vacancy

We are currently developing our service and have created new opportunities within our Children's Services Practice Team.

The practice team covers everything from pre-birth to aftercare up to the age of 26. We have responsibility for statutory and children protection work, permanence, and children and young people in conflict with the law.

We seek to adopt a rights-based and trauma-informed approach to working alongside children, young people, and their families, with the Promise central to everything that we do.

Knowledge

A degree in Social Work and registration with the SSSC as a Social Worker is essential. An equivalent qualification such as a Diploma in Social Work with SSSC registration is acceptable, together with a Mental Health Officer academic qualification.

Mental Health Team

The essential qualifications for a Social Worker within the Mental Health Team are a degree in Social Work and registration with the SSSC as a Social Worker. An acceptable alternative is a Diploma in Social Work with SSSC registration, combined with a Mental Health Officer academic qualification.

Important Dates

• Closing Date: Sunday 18th May 2025
• Interview Dates: Monday 26th and Tuesday 27th May 2025

Job Details

Position Title: Social Worker X4

Directorate: Children, Young People and Partnerships

Location: Eskdaill Court

Contract Status: Permanent

Hours of Work: 36 hours per week

Working Pattern:

• Monday - Thursday 9am - 5pm
• Friday 9am - 3:30pm

There are 52 weeks per year. Please note that it is Midlothian Council's policy that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale.

Based on working 36 hours over 52 weeks, the minimum actual salary for this position is £41,802.34 per annum.

Requirements

This post is considered Regulated Work with Protected Adults and Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with protected adults and children.

Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Protected Adults and Children. You will need to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check before starting employment with Midlothian Council. The cost will be covered by you. For more information, visit www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk.

Additional Information

If you have difficulty applying or accessing attached documents, or if you require reasonable adjustments due to a disability, please call 0131 271 3063 to speak with a member of the Recruitment Team, referencing the post number.

Midlothian Council is undergoing a period of transformation to improve service delivery. As part of this, existing employees may be considered for suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with legal obligations. Internal candidates in this situation may be interviewed before external candidates, which could lead to a longer application process.

If you are a trainee in a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability, or are a care-experienced young person, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the post.