Social Worker (Justice) - Grindlay Court Social Work Centre - 15865_1785489347

Social Worker (Justice Services) - fixed term until 31/01/2028
Grindlay Court Social Work Centre

Salary: £40,501 - £47,639
Hours: 36 per week

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join us as a Social Worker in the Justice Practice Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to work within professional, dedicated and supportive team, and service.

Edinburgh Justice Services are committed to providing high quality services while ensuring a compassionate approach to people accessing our services and supporting staff wellbeing. We offer a high level of training to support continuous professional development.

Candidates must have a Social Work qualification recognised by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) and be registered, or eligible to register with the SSSC.

The successful candidate will join our Justice Practice Team (JPT) working with individuals involved in the Criminal Justice System, in accordance with National Outcomes and Standards. The role involves the assessment of risk and supervision of individuals subject to Court Orders and post-release supervision.

Candidates should demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a good understanding of National Outcomes and Standards and public protection, be willing to work in a dynamic environment and to contribute to an inclusive culture that values and respects diversity and lived experience.

If you would like to have an informal discussion about this post, please email JusticePracticeTeam@edinburgh.gov.uk

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Find out more about our commitment to equalities https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4

As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working.

You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council

Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range.

Happy to talk flexible working.

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