At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dedicated team to support foster care, adoption, and family planning.
- Company: Scottish Borders Council, committed to improving lives and community diversity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a passionate team focused on innovative, trauma-informed practices.
- Why this job: Make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families across the Borders.
- Qualifications: CCETSW approved social work qualifications and SSSC registration required.
The predicted salary is between 29.21 - 30.54 £ per hour.
Grade: 10A
Hours: 35
Hourly Rate: £29.21 - £30.54
Salary: £53,310.93 - £55,738.18 per annum
Contract Duration: Temporary until 31 March 2028
Role Purpose
Are you a passionate and inspiring social work leader who is committed to achieving the very best outcomes for children, young people and families? Scottish Borders Council is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Family Placement Team Leader to lead our experienced and highly regarded Family Placement Service, supporting foster care, adoption and permanence planning across the Borders. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed professional who can provide strong leadership, promote innovative and trauma-informed practice, and work collaboratively with colleagues, carers and partner agencies to ensure children grow up in safe, loving and nurturing family environments. We are looking for someone who is passionate about The Promise, values relationship-based practice, and can support, develop and inspire staff while driving continuous improvement across the service. If you are motivated by making a lasting difference to the lives of children and families and are ready to lead a skilled and dedicated team, we would love to hear from you.
Essential
- CCETSW approved qualifications in Social Work e.g. Dip SW/CQSW/CSS or equivalent
- Registration with Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
- A Valid UK Driving Licence and use of a vehicle is an essential requirement of this post.
If you have a disability which precludes you from holding a drivers licence, Scottish Borders Council will take into account its responsibility to make reasonable adjustments to allow for your disability. Should it be possible to make such an adjustment in order that you can undertake the travel responsibilities of the post, this will be taken into account in consideration for this role.
Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit. Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.
Resource Team Leader - Council HQ - SBO10271 in Newtown St Boswells employer: Scottish Borders Council
Scottish Borders Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment in Eyemouth where you can make a meaningful impact on your community. With a commitment to employee growth and diversity, the council provides opportunities for professional development and values the contributions of all staff members. Join a dedicated team that prioritises compassion and professionalism while delivering essential services during significant life moments.
