At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with learning disabilities to achieve better outcomes through a strengths-based approach.
- Company: East Renfrewshire Health and Social Care Partnership, committed to innovative service redesign.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements, professional development, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth in a dynamic and rewarding field.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your social work skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified social worker with a recognised diploma or degree and three years of experience.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
East Renfrewshire Health and Social Care Partnership have been on a journey to redesign services so that the voices of those we support are at the heart of what we do. We have a strengths-based approach which prioritises walking beside young people, adults and families so that together we can deliver better outcomes.
We are looking for an experienced, creative and motivated social worker with a passion for achieving excellence to strengthen and develop the delivery of services with responsibilities for complex work in the area of learning disabilities. It is essential that you are a qualified, registered social worker with a recognised Social Work Diploma or Degree and a minimum of three years post qualifying social work experience.
We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements for this role – please contact us if you would like to explore options. This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. It is an offence therefore to apply if you are barred from working with children and protected adults.
In addition to this, if you have lived or worked in any country outside the UK in the past 10 years, there may be a requirement for an overseas police check. This post requires Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) registration. You must currently have registration or eligibility to apply from commencement of employment (you must apply to register within the first 3 months of employment to ensure registration is complete within 6 months of starting in your role).
Please note – all applicants will be asked to provide proof of their right to work in the UK, and any offer of employment will be conditional upon verifying documentary evidence before employment commences. Further information can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work
Please note - East Renfrewshire Council does not provide Visa sponsorship.
References – during your application form completion you must provide details of a minimum of 2 referees, 1 of which should be your most recent or current employer. It is also a requirement that the referees are your previous/current managers and are not the details of work colleagues operating at the same level as you or personal referees. Please note only work email addresses for referees will be accepted.
Please contact hrdirect@eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk with any questions.
Additional Information: Please click on the attachments below for full details of this post.
Advanced Practitioner (Learning Disability) - ERN06411 in Barrhead employer: EAST RENFREWSHIRE COUNCIL
East Renfrewshire Health and Social Care Partnership is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where the voices of those we serve are paramount. With a strong emphasis on employee development, flexible working arrangements, and a collaborative culture, we empower our staff to achieve excellence in delivering vital services to individuals with learning disabilities. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the community while advancing your career in a dynamic and rewarding setting.
