Job Vacancy
A fantastic and exciting opportunity has arisen within Midlothian Justice Services for one full-time, permanent Social Worker. The Justice Service is co-located with statutory partners in the Substance Use Service, Psychological Therapy Service, Intensive Home Treatment Team, Community Mental Health, and the Joint Mental Health Team. Third sector partners also co-located in Number 11 include MELD, Health in Mind, and Change, Grow, Live. The post will be mainly office-based with the opportunity to work at home on occasion with the agreement of your line manager.
The successful candidates will undertake the full range of Justice Social Work duties, including statutory work and early intervention and prevention. There will also be opportunities to participate in group work service provision.
In addition to the essential criteria, only applicants who can evidence their understanding of crime, its causes, and impact on society; principles for effective practice; principles of risk management and risk assessment; alongside awareness of National Outcomes and Standards for Criminal Justice Social Work Services, will be invited for interview. The selection process will involve a second interview with service users.
Knowledge
A qualification in Social Work and registration with the SSSC as a Social Worker is essential.
An understanding of crime, its causes, and impact on society; principles for effective practice; principles of risk management and risk assessment; alongside awareness of National Outcomes and Standards for Justice Social Work Services, are essential.
Skills
A valid full driving licence is considered essential for this post.
Closing Date: Sunday 11th May 2025
Initial Interview Date: Tuesday 3rd & Thursday June 2025
Further Service User-Led Interview Date: Tuesday 10th June 2025
Job Details
Position Title: Justice Social Worker
Directorate: Health and Social Care
Location: Number 11
Contract Status: Permanent
Hours of Work: 36 hours per week
Working Pattern: Mon - Thurs 09:00-17:00 and Fri 09:00-16:00
Weeks per Year: 52
Successful applicants will be appointed to the first point on the salary scale, with a minimum actual salary of £41,802.34 per annum based on working 36 hours over 52 weeks.
Requirements
This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. It is an offense to apply if you are barred from working with children and/or protected adults.
Successful candidates will require PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Children and Protected Adults. You will need to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check before starting employment. The cost will be met by you. For more information, visit www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk.
Additional Information
If you have difficulty applying or accessing documents, or require reasonable adjustments 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 to improve service delivery. As part of this process, existing employees may be offered suitable alternative employment within the Council in accordance with legal obligations. Internal candidates in this situation may be interviewed before the wider pool, potentially causing a delay in application outcomes.
If you are a trainee in a Midlothian Council Training Programme, have a disability, or are a care-experienced young person, you are eligible for a guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria.
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