County Community Hospital Invergordon
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Social Worker to join the East Ross Adult Social Care Team. This position at 36 hrs per week will enable the right candidate an opportunity to be part of a fully integrated adult social care service in a supportive environment within NHS Highland.
As part of the East Ross Integrated Care team, we provide a multi-disciplinary approach to assessing the needs of our residents and carers of the East Ross area.
The right candidate will already have experience in Adult Support & Protection and be trained in the Council Officer role. Candidates should demonstrate a sound understanding & knowledge of the legislation that underpins core statutory social work practice and who are committed to supporting and protecting the rights of vulnerable adults in our community. You will be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to social work values and principles and apply these to practice.
The East Ross area is a beautiful part of the Highlands, where living and working supports a good work/ life balance.
Informal enquiries to: Sarah Kennedy, tel: 07929 875300 or email:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
1. Effective from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours. Part-time hours will be adjusted on a pro-rata basis. There will be an increase in the hourly rate to ensure that pay remains unaffected.
2. Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers. / Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchdlabhairt na Gàidhlig.
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