The individuals we support have a diagnosed learning disability and/or autism and are identified as having complex care needs. The SCOPE Team is a Health and Social Care multi-disciplinary team. S – Supporting young people and adults with complex needs C – Community based approach/assessment O – Offering young people and adults' choice in their care packages P – Person-centred planning The team is made up from disciplines from both Health and Social Care, such as social workers, Outreach Workers, Psychology and aligned to NHS services that include Speech and Language Therapist, Physiotherapy, Dietetics, Psychiatry and Community Learning Disability Nurses. The team will link with local partners such as Education and Children's services, Housing, other Health Services and third sector partners. SCOPE will be leading in developing locally based provision, which will improve the lives of those with complex care requirements as well as their families and carers. Social workers within the team follow a hybrid model working between home, the community and Pullar House, with newly qualified workers expected to use Pullar House as their main base. The social workers in the team are responsible for transition planning alongside outcome focussed assessments and reviews; the social workers undertake specialist and person-centred care planning through the Self-directed Support (Scotland) Act. Whilst also undertaking work in relation to the Adults With Incapacity (Scotland) Act and Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act. We are looking for an individual who has a qualification in social work to undergraduate, diploma or masters level. The successful candidate would ideally have experience of working with children, young people or adults with specialist, complex care needs who also have a diagnosed Learning Disability and/or Autism; and who also have an understanding of taking a person centred approach to care planning and an understanding of positive behavioural support for those who experience stressed and distressed behaviours. You will have an ability to undertake robust assessments and care planning which will enable you to update care plans to ensure the outcomes of the individuals are being met. You must also hold a current UK driving licence to work across the whole of Perth & Kinross. This role requires you to be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), if you are not yet registered, you can still apply, as long as you are willing to apply for registration within 3 months of starting with us and be registered within 6 months. A generous annual leave package 6 days public holiday and an additional discretionary day Eligibility to join our pension scheme Family friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, time off for volunteering and our Wellbeing Framework We recognise there can be benefits to flexible working and where individual jobs allow, we seek to support this. A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development. For purposes of connection and collaboration with colleagues and with the community we serve, our full-time employees work on site for a minimum of 2 days per week with the arrangements for part time employees being agreed on a basis which will ensure that they benefit to an equivalent degree. Further details are available in the FAQs at "How to apply for a job or apprenticeship with us". We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government. Working with children and/or protected adults is regarded as a regulated role and under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 you will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check and maintain your membership. If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 10 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required.
Social Worker - Social Care and Housing in Stanley employer: Perth and Kinross Council
Crieff High School, part of Perth & Kinross Council, is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its staff. With a commitment to a positive work-life balance, flexible working arrangements, and access to ongoing training, we foster a supportive environment where educators can thrive. Located in the picturesque Strathearn area, our school not only offers a vibrant community but also the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.
