SWRK G2 1857 - Social Work Assistant (Justice) - 1857-404617704

South Lanarkshire; Hamilton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time Social Work Assistant within the Women's Justice Service in South Lanarkshire. This role focuses on providing trauma-informed support to women involved with the justice system, requiring strong communication and collaboration skills. Successful candidates will work part-time, helping to facilitate Women's Hubs and providing one-on-one support. Applicants need an HNC in health and social care or equivalent and should be prepared to undertake training.

Qualifications

• Experience with trauma-informed practice.
• Experience working with women in vulnerable situations, preferably in the justice system.
• Willingness to undertake necessary training.

Responsibilities

• Co-facilitate weekly Women's Hubs across South Lanarkshire.
• Offer one-to-one support and assessments.
• Contribute to the service's development.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

HNC or equivalent qualification in health and social care

Job description

INTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA OPPORTUNITY MARKETPLACE AND COMPLETE THEIR SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS EITHER VIA THE ME TAB ON FUSION PRIOR TO STARTING THE APPLICATION FORM OR BY CLICKING ON THE LINK AS PART OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS IN THE SECTION OF THE FORM TITLED REVIEW SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS.

Job Opportunity: Social Work Assistant (Part-Time, Permanent)

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Justice Women's Service. We are seeking a part-time Social Work Assistant to join our team on a permanent basis. The Women's Justice Service provides tailored, trauma-informed support to women involved with the justice system across South Lanarkshire. The primary aim is to support women to reduce risk, improve wellbeing, and achieve positive outcomes.

The successful candidate will co-facilitate weekly Women's Hubs across South Lanarkshire, offer one-to-one support and assessments, and contribute to the service's development. The role requires availability on at least three of four days from Tuesday to Friday.

Key qualities include a strong value base with a non-judgemental approach, excellent relationship-building skills, ability to collaborate with partner agencies, strong communication skills, and a proactive problem-solving attitude.

Applicants should have a sound knowledge of trauma-informed practice and experience working with women in vulnerable situations, preferably within the justice system. An HNC or equivalent qualification in health and social care is required. Willingness to undertake necessary training is essential.

For more information or to discuss this opportunity, please contact Euan Lloyd, Fieldwork Manager.

Hours: 17.5 per week

Vacancy: Permanent

Salary: £14,507 - £18,011

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Application Questions:

• Describe your relevant skills, knowledge, and experience for the Social Work Assistant role in the Women’s Justice Service.
• Discuss a multi-agency working experience, your contribution, and the outcomes achieved.
• Outline challenges faced by women involved with the justice system and how you would address them.
• Provide an example of flexible, imaginative support to a service user, actions taken, and outcomes.

Application Process: Please apply online. All correspondence will be via email. CVs are not accepted; additional supporting information should be uploaded under supporting documents.

Legislative and Equal Opportunities Information:

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003 and is a Regulated Role under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Applicants must join or update their PVG Scheme membership before an offer of employment.

Further details about the disclosure process can be found here.

Applicants should disclose any employment gaps and provide a foreign police check if applicable.

South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and supports the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans meeting minimum requirements will be guaranteed an interview.