At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals and families, providing advice and assistance in various community settings.
- Company: Join North Lanarkshire Council, dedicated to putting people first.
- Benefits: Enjoy 27 days annual leave, health benefits, and a focus on your wellbeing.
- Other info: Flexible working options and commitment to supporting care-experienced individuals.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your career in social work.
- Qualifications: SVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care and excellent communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31541 - 34307 £ per year.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team putting people first to make sure they get the right support at the right time. We are currently recruiting Social Work Assistants to join us in University Monkland Hospital and University Wishaw Hospital, along with positions in our localities to help us deliver an accessible and professional social work service across our communities in North Lanarkshire.
Your role will include offering advice, support and assistance to both individuals and families and to partner agencies including police, health and housing colleagues. You will also be involved in some individual and group work programmes and assist in preparing written reports and assessments.
To apply you must demonstrate excellent communication skills and hold a SVQ level 2 qualification in Health & Social Care (or equivalent). Previous relevant experience working within a social work or social care setting is also essential. Possession of a relevant HNC or SVQ Level 3 would be desirable.
12 months temporary posts - 3 Full time 35 hours Posts & 1 Part Time x 17.5 hours post. Permanent post - 1 Full Time 35 hours post & 1 Part Time 17.5 hours post.
You will require to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member prior to commencing in this role.
Working here at North Lanarkshire Council, we have a great package of benefits available, from health and wellbeing to finances and family. This includes 27 days annual leave and 6 public holidays, and a wide range of benefits available to you. We also have a full package of learning and development through our learning academy LearnNL to help you reach your full potential and further your career.
North Lanarkshire Council are happy to talk flexible working, and we operate a Smarter Working Policy. We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves to be disabled, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.
North Lanarkshire Council is committed to Keeping The Promise. This means that if you have ever been in care, you are entitled to a guaranteed interview for this post, as long as you meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.
The Plan for North Lanarkshire is to be the place to live, learn, work, invest and visit. The Council recognises that work is an important part of adult life and is critical to our wellbeing and shaping how we live.
To find out more, please note that we do not accept CVs in place of the application form. To be considered for this vacancy, you must ensure an application form is submitted. Any CV submissions will be disregarded.
Social Work Assistant (6 Posts Incl 4 Temp) (Various Hours & Locations) - REQ06489 - 484056 employer: North Lanarkshire Council
North Lanarkshire Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing and development. With benefits such as 27 days of annual leave, flexible working options, and access to a comprehensive learning academy, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive in their roles. The council's commitment to inclusivity and community support makes it a rewarding place to work, especially for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the local education sector.
