Location: Eskdaill Court 7 Eskdaill Court, EH22 1AG
Salary: £41,802 - £45,538 per year
Contract Type: Permanent
Position Type: Part Time
Hours: 22 hours per week
Job Vacancy
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Children’s Services Disability team. The successful candidate will join a team comprising a team leader, 3 FTE social workers, 5 practitioners, and 2 development workers. This team supports children and their families affected by disability by undertaking assessments of need (Section 23) and creating and reviewing packages of care. Applicants should be able to work creatively and flexibly to meet needs and be passionate about supporting families with disabilities.
The Disability Team is committed to keeping 'The Promise' and ensuring that children, young people, and their families’ voices are central to our work. As a newly formed team, this is a unique opportunity to be part of its development. Children’s Services are dedicated to investing in staff and fostering a highly supportive working environment.
Knowledge
A degree in Social Work and registration with the SSSC as a Social Worker are essential. An equivalent Diploma in Social Work with SSSC registration or a Mental Health Officer qualification are also acceptable.
Mental Health Team
The essential qualifications for a Social Worker within the Mental Health Team are a degree in Social Work and registration with the SSSC. An equivalent Diploma in Social Work with SSSC registration or a Mental Health Officer qualification are also acceptable.
Closing Date: Wednesday 4th June 2025
Job Details
Position Title: Social Worker
Location: Eskdaill Court
Contract Status: Permanent
Hours of Work: 22 hours per week
Working Pattern: 3 days including a Friday
Weeks per Year: 52
Please note that successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale. Based on working 22 hours over 52 weeks, the minimum actual salary is £25,545.87 per annum.
Requirements
This post involves Regulated Work with Protected Adults and Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with protected adults and children.
Successful candidates will need PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work. You must join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check before employment begins. The cost will be covered by you. For more information, visit www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk.
Additional Information
If you have difficulty applying or accessing documents, or if reasonable adjustments are needed due to a disability, please call 0131 271 3063 and speak to a member of the Recruitment Team, referencing the post number.
Midlothian Council is undergoing transformation, which may affect the application process. Internal candidates may be prioritized for some vacancies. We appreciate your patience.
If you are a trainee in a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability, or are a care-experienced young person, you may be eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet essential criteria.
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