Location: Renfrewshire Rate: £25£40 per hour Contract: Locum / Ongoing Start Date: ASAP About the Role 21 Health and Social Care (21HSC) are a leading health and social care recruitment agency currently recruiting for experienced and motivated Children & Families Social Worker to join a Practice Team on a locum basis within a progressive Scottish local authority setting. Within this team, social workers hold longer-term cases, providing consistent relationship-based support to children and families. There is no duty requirement. The caseload includes: Child Protection Looked After Children at Home Permanence planning (including kinship and adoption planning) This is a rewarding opportunity for a practitioner who thrives on meaningful, sustained work with children and families and is confident managing complex risk and planning processes. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of longer-term statutory cases. Undertake child protection investigations and participate in case conferences. Carry out comprehensive assessments and develop outcome-focused plans. Support children who are looked after at home, ensuring robust multi-agency planning. Progress permanence planning in line with Scottish legislation and best practice. Prepare high-quality reports for hearings and court, including attendance at the Scottish Childrens Reporter Administration where required. Work in partnership with families and multi-agency professionals to safeguard and promote positive outcomes. Requirements Degree in Social Work (or equivalent qualification recognised in Scotland). Registered (or eligible for registration) with the Scottish Social Services Council. Proven experience in Children & Families statutory work. Strong knowledge of Scottish child care legislation and practice frameworks. Experience in child protection, looked after children, and permanence planning. Ability to manage risk and complexity with confidence and professionalism. PVG membership (or willingness to obtain). What We Offer Competitive locum rate. Supportive and stable Practice Team environment. Manageable caseload reflective of longer-term caseholding. Flexible working arrangements where possible. How to Apply: If this role sounds like the perfect fit for you, please click "Apply". Alternatively, for more information and a detailed job description, contact Danielle Frame or Steve More at 21 Health and Social Care. Interview Process: Successful shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a teams call/face to face with 21HSC staff then an in-person interview at the organisation. About: 21 Health and Social Care are a recruitment agency offering a variety of employment positions within the Health, Social Care, Voluntary and Social Work sectors across Scotland. With over 20 years experience working within the Scottish Market we have some of the best opportunities on the market coupled with unrivalled ongoing support and advice throughout your journey with us. 21 HSC is operated by Qualified Social Workers and Social Care professionals and is a registered employer with the SSSC. 21 HSC Limited is an equal opportunities employer.