At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to assess and manage cases, making a real difference in people's lives.
- Company: Award-winning council in stunning Argyll and Bute, dedicated to community wellbeing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, pension scheme, and discounts on gym memberships.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make an impact in beautiful rural areas while enjoying a flexible work culture.
- Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker with experience in Adult Support and Protection.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Service: Health and Social Care Partnership
Closing Date: Monday 17th August 2026
We would like to welcome a suitably qualified and experienced Social Worker to join our Team in Oban, a picturesque location within Argyll and Bute covering rural areas and islands. Argyll and Bute is one of Scotland’s most stunning areas. As its award-winning council, we play a vital part in the day-to-day life and long-term future of our beautiful and diverse communities. Our unwavering purpose is to make Argyll and Bute the place to be, the place where people want to live, to work and do business.
An opportunity has arisen for a qualified Social Worker within the Oban, Lorn and Isles Adults Social Work Operational team. The role will involve assessment and case management and will include travel to the Islands of Tiree, Coll, Colonsay, Mull and other islands within our catchment; the successful candidate will have a strong sense of professional identity and an ability to work both independently and as part of a small, busy team.
If the successful applicant is moving from out with the area a relocation package will be available. You should have social work experience and working knowledge of Adult Support and Protection. Given the rural area we cover, it is essential that you are able to travel effectively.
- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme
- Generous leave entitlement
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounts on gym memberships and leisure centres
- Wellbeing initiatives
- Opportunities for learning and career growth
We also embrace a modern approach to work, offering a flexible first approach where possible to requests from our employees to how they work. We care about our people and the world around us and always aim to do the right thing. From employee recognition schemes to environmental policies we have many initiatives in place to help us look after the things we all care about.
Applicants should note that:
- Happy to talk about flexible working arrangements.
- This post is suitable for job share.
- The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013, as amended, applies to this post.
- This post requires Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) Membership in relation to working with children and adults.
- You will be required to participate in standby or other out of hour's service arrangements, as appropriate.
- This post requires registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging.
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