Role Purpose
We have an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker / Care Manager to join our forward‑thinking Adult Social Work Team within a local authority committed to delivering high‑quality services. We value flexible working and provide a supportive environment where professional growth is encouraged through regular supervision, training, and development opportunities.
Job Details
* Grade: 9A
* Hourly Rate: £23.90 - £25.81
* Salary: £43,634.06 - £47,119.81 per annum
* Hours: 35 per week
As part of a dynamic multi‑agency team, you will play a key role in case management and our duty system while making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals who need our support through assessment, plans and reviews. You will also become a Council Officer and will lead on Adult Support and Protection case work with oversight from our Adult Protection Unit. We are embracing digital transformation, becoming a paperless service and utilising innovative digital technology to complete assessments, enhancing efficiency and accessibility.
Essential Qualifications
* Ability to work within a statutory framework
* Experience of outcomes‑focused approach to assessment
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Clear value base which includes an understanding of non‑stigmatising and non‑discriminatory practice
* An awareness of issues relating to older people, adults with disabilities, mental health, people at risk of harm and those at risk of social exclusion
* Negotiation skills and an ability to work in partnership with service users, carers, colleagues and other agencies
* Experience of risk assessmentsli>
Informal Enquiries
Informal enquiries may be made to Connor Spence at LNKD1_UKTJ
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Individual and Family Services
Location
Melrose, Scotland, United Kingdom
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