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The social work sector is incredibly diverse and encompasses a vast range of roles for dynamic candidates.
With positions varying in terms of qualifications, shift-patterns and areas of expertise, the work is guaranteed to keep you on your toes.
Today we take a look at just some of the top roles offered on s1jobs – and reveal what they have in store for you.
Health and Social Care Support Worker
This role is all about delivering care to individuals. You could find yourself working with people who have learning difficulties, mental health concerns, disabilities, addictions, dementia . . . a whole variety of issues.
Energy, enthusiasm and commitment are all essential in such support work, as well as flexibility as your shift patterns will likely vary.
Vulnerable Pregnancy Social Worker
As advertised recently by West Lothian Council, candidates for this specialist role should have experience in supporting parents with babies and very young children, preferably during the ante-natal period.
It normally involves working as part of a team, with the right applicant specialising in early intervention, identification of needs and prevention of difficulties in later life.
Children and Families Social Worker
Comhairlie nan Eilan Siar Council has been recruiting a social worker to provide a professional service to vulnerable children and families in the remote Western Isles.
Comhairlie nan Eilan Siar Council has been recruiting a social worker to provide a professional service to vulnerable children and families in the remote Western Isles.
This is the kind of specialist care role where the ideal candidates – usually qualified, registered social workers – will have relevant experience of Child Protection, the Children’s Hearing system and undertaking assessments.
Youth Work Team Leader
You don’t have to be too ‘cool for skool’ or ‘down with the kids’ to enjoy working with the younger generation. What you do need is patience, empathy and a thick skin.
Perth and Kinross Council has been seeking a new addition to its youth team.
This would see the successful candidate lead a team of Community Learning and Development practitioners.
A team leader role is one that helps create and promote a focused service for young people, harnessing the power of projects, organised activities and achievement awards.
This is just a snapshot of the wide spectrum of social work jobs available and, no matter which area you decide to work in, employers are looking for committed, motivated individuals, whose flexibility, dynamism and resilience shine through.
In fact, the hardest part is going to be choosing a role that’s perfect for you.
The best way to find out is to explore the latest Social Services vacancies on s1jobs.