Main Purpose of the Role
Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job; it's about being part of something meaningful. It involves being part of an organization that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch.
We currently have the following opportunity:
Social Worker - (Fixed Term up to 1 year) - PKC12647
£44,223- £47,170
Loch Leven Community Campus, Muirs, Kinross
A vacancy has arisen within our Adult Care Social Work Team based at the Loch Leven Community Campus. This post is a maternity cover.
We are looking for a qualified social worker. Experience of working in Adult Care is desirable but not essential.
Skills & Experience Required
The role involves carrying out outcome-focused assessments, reviews, and associated care planning.
You must have a valid UK driving licence as this post requires travel across Perth and Kinross.
A Social Work Degree is required.
Working at Perth & Kinross Council
Our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in delivering our key priorities. In your application and during interview, you will be asked to describe situations that demonstrate the criteria required in the role and reflect our values and behaviours.
Here's what we can offer you:
* A generous annual leave package
* 6 days public holiday and an additional discretionary day
* Eligibility to join our pension scheme
* Family-friendly policies and work/life balance initiatives such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, volunteering time, and our Wellbeing Framework
* Flexi time
* Access to various benefits
We support flexible working where possible; discuss options with the recruiting manager. We value work-life balance and provide supportive management and flexible arrangements. Training and professional development opportunities are available.
Next Steps
We encourage you to contact Kirsty Hynd, Team Leader - HSCP - South/Kinross, at 07771 527313 for more information.
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External candidates should provide contact details for 2 references, including email addresses, one of which must be your current or most recent employer.
We welcome applications from everyone. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements. For reasonable adjustments, contact the hiring manager or Recruitment Team at (01738) 475555 or recruitment@pkc.gov.uk. Appointments depend on evidence supplied during the selection process.
We value diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including former armed forces personnel/reservists, recognizing the transferable skills from military careers.
Working with children and/or protected adults is a regulated role. Under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020, you will need to join or update your PVG Scheme. If you have lived overseas for 12 months or more in the last 10 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check is required. All mandatory pre-employment checks, including references, qualifications, and fitness, are necessary before employment commencement.
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