The post is fixed term until March 2027.
West Dunbartonshire HSCP - Children & Families, Church Street
Senior Social Worker - 1 x 35 hours (Fixed Term).
A Fixed Term vacancy has arisen for a Senior Social Worker within West Dunbartonshire HSCP Children & Families Team (Under-12).
parental substance misuse, poor mental health and high levels of domestic abuse are key areas of concern.
The successful candidate will manage a team of social workers and a range of support staff. You will be involved in the coordination and management of service delivery for children, (generally up to 12 years old) and their families within the framework of relevant legislation, council policy and departmental procedures.
West Dunbartonshire Council, have a positive reputation for innovative and imaginative service delivery and for the professional development of staff.
This post is considered as Regulated Work with Children and Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2020 and as such membership with the PVG scheme is essential. WDC was voted one of the top ten flexible employers and prides itself in providing flexible working to support work life balance. Access to the Local Government pension scheme (LGPS) with an employer’s contribution of at least 19.3% and all associated benefits
• A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing a day each year up to 35 days as well as 8 fixed public holidays each year
• Access to employee wellbeing supports including occupational health & counselling if ever you need help and support