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Ref no:
WEL06963
Published:
27/03/2023
Closes:
10/04/2023
Location:
Arrochar House, Almondvale Boulevard, EH54 6QJ
Salary:
£39,680 - £43,566 per year
Contract Type:
Permanent
Position Type:
Full Time
Hours:
36 hours per week

Advert

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds

In West Lothian we believe that all children should get the best start in life and should get the help they need when they need it.

You will be based in our Child Disability Service providing a social work service to children and young people affected by disability, and their parents/carers.  This work includes the undertaking of Section 23 and Section 24 assessments.

We offer a supportive working environment with induction for new staff, regular planned supervision, a controlled workload and varied training opportunities.

Degree in social work or equivalent qualification is essential. This position requires registration with the SSSC.  The successful candidate will have six months from commencement in this post to register with the SSSC.

This post is considered Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scotland Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.

  • Disability Confident Employer - Employer
  • Scottish Living Wage