At a Glance
- Tasks: Support adults and those with learning disabilities, focusing on recovery and reablement.
- Company: Join Orkney Islands Council, a supportive and inclusive employer.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for training and career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree in Social Work and registration with the Scottish Social Services Council required.
The predicted salary is between 27.9 - 27.9 £ per hour.
Social Worker, Adult Services
35 hours per week
Permanent
£48,017 - £50,919
£26.31 - £27.90 per hour
The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance. You will be reporting to Lynn Nicolson, Team Manager Adult Services. Your working pattern is Monday - Friday. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible.
The purpose of this role is to undertake Social Work responsibilities and tasks for adults and those with a diagnosed learning disability, in accordance with statutory requirements and service policies and procedures. We are looking to appoint a qualified Social Worker to join our well-established team. Our work is with adults from 16 years old, including older people, and there is significant emphasis on Adult Support and Protection and the prevention of hospital admission and discharge planning. Outcomes focused principles are at the heart of our practice as is recovery and reablement.
We run a duty system which covers a number of other teams and organisations. Social Workers take part in the emergency out of hours social work rota. We are looking for an energetic and imaginative Social Worker who can make the best use of local resources and work in a supportive team. We are committed to encouraging and supporting our staff to develop their career through local and national training opportunities and continuing professional development.
The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are a degree or Post Graduate Qualification in Social Work that allows registration with the Scottish Social Service Council as a Social Worker. You are required to be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council as a Social Worker although applications for those currently in process of registration may be considered.
This post involves a contractual requirement to:
- participate in a standby rota covering out of hours
This post is a regulated role with children and adults and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership.
Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 19 July 2026, with shortlisting taking place week commencing 20 July 2026, and interviews are scheduled for week commencing 3 August 2026.
For a discussion about this post, please contact Lynne Nicolson, Team Manager, Adult Services at lynn.nicholson@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 873535 ext. 2663.
Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.
Social Worker, Adult Social Work - ORK10476 in Kirkwall employer: Orkney Islands Council
Orkney Islands Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and flexible working arrangements. As a Social Worker in Adult Services, you will be part of a dedicated team focused on making a meaningful impact in the community, with access to local and national training opportunities to enhance your career. The council's commitment to equality and diversity ensures a welcoming environment for all staff, making it a rewarding place to work.
