At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct assessments and manage care for individuals in need.
- Company: Join a supportive team on the beautiful Isle of Lewis.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, Distant Islands Allowance, and job security.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your social work skills.
- Qualifications: Diploma in Social Work or equivalent required.
The predicted salary is between 52635 - 52635 £ per year.
37 hours per week, Permanent Position
£48,622 - £52,635 per annum, inclusive of £2,997 Distant Islands Allowance per annum.
You will undertake assessment and care management and other Social Work responsibilities including liaison with health, private and voluntary agencies. Within care management arrangement, you will make assessments and negotiate packages of care in consultation with service users and carers to meet identified needs within defined budgetary limits. You will also monitor, review and assess individual care plans and respond to changing needs.
You must hold a Diploma in Social Work or equivalent related Social Work qualification. You must have up-to-date knowledge of Community Care legislation and practice. It is essential that you are able to communicate clearly, have good interpersonal skills and hold a full, unrestricted UK driving licence.
This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme as a legal requirement of a regulated role with Children & Adults.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
Closing Date: Monday 24 August 2026.
The salary quoted is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Appointment to the post will be on the first point of the grade. Please note that sponsorship is not available, or being offered, in connection to this post.
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