Job Description
Job advert
32 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, fixed term until October 2026
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We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds
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In West Lothian we believe that all children should get the best start in life and should get the help they need when they need it.
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You will be based in our Child Disability Service providing a social work service to children and young people affected by disability and their parents/carers. This work includes the undertaking of Section 23 assessments, co-ordinating packages of support and developing Adult Carer Support Plans.
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We offer a supportive working environment with induction for new staff, regular planned supervision, a controlled workload and a professional development plan with varied training opportunities.
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Degree in social work or equivalent is essential.
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This position requires registration with the SSSC. The successful candidate will have six months from the date of commencement of this post to become registered with the SSSC. SSSC stipulate you must submit your application within three months of your start date. If you are already registered with SSSC you will be required to add West Lothian Council to your account
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This post is considered Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scotland Act 2007. From 28 February 2011 preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council