Senior Practitioner Social Worker (Adult Services) - Justice Social Work

To provide an advanced level of practice in Justice Social Work Services, providing a responsive and needs led social work service throughout East Lothian within the requirements of relevant legislation, national outcomes and standards, Council policies and guidelines., Driving Licence Full current driving licence and access to a vehicle

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PVG/Disclosure Requirements This post is considered as Regulated Work with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council. Please note: PVG member's records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG membership or update check, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant and investigated prior to any formal offer being made.

Registration with Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). Those with international Social Work qualifications should not apply unless they are fully registered with the SSSC. Degree in Social Work (or other recognised Social Work Qualification, ie. CQSW, Dip SW, CCETSW). Relevant post qualifying award and/or significant relevant knowledge/skills/ competencies to undertake the duties of the post.

The salary advertised is full time (35 hours per week). Part-time hours will be pro-rated accordingly. Hourly rate of pay: £24.24 - £27.07 Candidates will be assessed on the basis of appropriate relevant experience and qualifications and salary placed within the advertised scale. Temporary for 12 months. Days and Hours of Work: Working days and times will be throughout Monday - Friday, 08:30-18:30 Days of working are negotiable, flexi time is applicable, and starting and finishing times are flexible. To start 9th December 2024.