Social Worker

You will work with adults aged 16 and over who have a range of health and social care needs. Your role will involve delivering a person-centred, outcome-focused service that promotes independence, choice, and wellbeing. As a Social Worker, you will take a strength based approach to undertake holistic assessments of risk and need, ensuring that every aspect of an individual's circumstances is considered. You will develop and regularly review personalised support plans that reflect identified outcomes and promote independence. The role also involves supporting duty work and responding to urgent situations under the supervision of the Operations Manager. All practice must align with the principles of Self-Directed Support (SDS) and comply with relevant legislation. You will work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary colleagues, partner agencies, and voluntary organisations to deliver high-quality, integrated support. Statutory Responsibilities If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information. Social Workers operate within a legal framework that includes the Social Care (Self-directed Support) (Scotland) Act 2013, Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000, Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003, and Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007., South Lanarkshire Council is committed to supporting your professional development. We offer:

• Access to a comprehensive learning and development programme.
• Opportunities for post-graduate training, including:
+ Adult Support and Protection + Mental Health Officer Award + Practice Educator training
• A supportive team environment where your contribution is valued.
• South Lanarkshire Council recognises the numerous benefits of a positive work-life balance to the wellbeing and productivity of our employees. We will take a flexible first approach to requests from our employees to change the way that they work. While we must balance such requests with the need to ensure the quality of the important services we deliver is not compromised, we will ensure that each request is given careful consideration with a view to achieving a positive outcome wherever possible.
When completing the application process please ensure that you cover the following areas:
• Please study the job profile and detail the knowledge, skills and experience you hold that would make you a suitable candidate for the post of Social Worker in Adult and Older People Services.
• Describe your experience in assessing needs and risks, including legislation underpinning your practice.
• Describe a situation where you managed conflict or differing opinions and achieved resolution.
• Advise how you prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Describe your understanding of partnership working, including an example of collaborative outcomes.
Please note we do not accept CVs, any submitted will be disregarded. If you require to submit additional information to support your application, please upload this under supporting documents. Please apply online - All correspondence will be via your email address. Preferred candidates identified after the selection event process will be required to assist the recruitment team, if need be, to ensure timely completion of recruitment checks. If recruitment checks are not completed within a reasonable timescale you may automatically be withdrawn from this position. Canvassing of Elected Members or employees of South Lanarkshire's Council directly or indirectly in connection with any appointment within the Council shall disqualify the applicant. Legislative Information This post is excepted in terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003. This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and/or adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children and/or adults. 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. Please refer to for further information about the disclosure process and best practice. Overseas Criminal Records Check An Overseas Criminal Records Check is required where applicants born outside the UK (Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland) or who have lived or worked outside the UK for a continuous period of three months in the past 10 years., Applicants are responsible for providing evidence of the Overseas Criminal Record Check. The check must be translated into English and should come from the police, judicial authority, government department or home embassy of the country or countries concerned. The check must include an official statement confirming that the applicant does not have any history of or pending criminal record proceedings. Checks may be carried out to authenticate the documents provided.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and dedicated Social Worker to join our Adult and Older People Social Work Team within South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnership. This is a rewarding role where you will make a real difference to the lives of adults and older people across our communities.,
• Registered Social Workers or Final Year Social Work students (must qualify within 2-3 months of application).
• Strong organisational skills, motivation, and a willingness to learn.
• Experience of working with vulnerable groups in the community.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with individuals, families, and professional partners.
  As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council you would also receive a wide range of benefits including:
• Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme
• To increase the value of their pension pot, Local Government Employees can opt to join the Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme.
• Up to 33 days annual leave
• Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)
• Occupational sick pay
• Family friendly policies - flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave enhanced leave. xxuwjjq
• Employee Discounts - including discounts at the cinema.
• Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program which offers practical and emotional support)