We have several permanent full-time (35 hours) available for Qualified Social Workers in East Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership to join our dynamic and experienced children and families teams. Are you an optimistic, flexible and committed Social Worker? Value the views of children? Can you take a creative approach to practice that engages and achieves change? Are you able to assess and analyse risk as part of effective planning for children and their families? At East Ayrshire Children and Families we are committed to and achieving the aims of “The Promise” for our children and families. Our locality teams are at the forefront of this by developing meaningful relationships with children and their families that is strengths focussed and supports assessment, planning and outcomes. In these rewarding and challenging key roles, you will be provided with regular, high-quality support and supervision and developmental opportunities which are supported through our FACE approach. If you are a newly qualified social worker, we have a specific NQSW programme that will support you through your first 12 months of qualifying. Operate as part of our children and families social work service in a way that values our children and families Provide a range of social work services in line with the relevant legislation Use professional judgement and initiative when working with children and families utilising the support and guidance of your team and manager Share and analyse information in accordance with data protection and childcare legislation gov.uk or phone 01563 554200 for an informal discussion. It is essential that you hold a DipSw or equivalent social work qualification and are registered with the SSSC. The duties of the post involve Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. There are 4 x full time, permanent positions based within Children & Families available. Hours of work - Mon-Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-4pm The workstyle for this post is ‘Flexible’ - 50% -79% of your time in an office location/ multiple work locations. You will work at your administrative base or another agreed office location between 2.5 to 4 days per week and only occasionally from home. East Ayrshire Council is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcomes applications from all members of the community. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups including Black and Minority Ethnic people, disabled people and LGBT people. We are also keen to decrease occupational segregation and so encourage women to apply for managerial posts and/or roles in which they are underrepresented. East Ayrshire Council is a Disability Confident employer and a Recruit with Conviction Ambassador.
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East Ayrshire Council is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where you can make a meaningful impact on justice services in the community. With a strong focus on collaboration and professional development, employees benefit from comprehensive training opportunities and a supportive culture that values innovation and strategic thinking. Working in East Ayrshire not only provides a chance to contribute to vital social services but also allows for a fulfilling career within a dedicated team committed to achieving the council's key strategic aims.
