Job DescriptionJob Summary This is a re-advertisement of NAY16395. We may conduct our interviews in person or using Microsoft Teams for video calling. We are a disability confident leader and we support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process - for more information click important-information-for-applicants ( .An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Assessment, Care Management and Review Team based in Cunninghame House, Irvine. We are seeking a Social Worker (Grade 10) on a full-time, permanent contract. The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience in undertaking needs led assessments, devising interventions while responding to and managing risk. An understanding of the current pressures experienced in Health and Social Care sector is essential as well as the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Team Manager, you will be involved in protecting and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of Adults at Risk including adults with physical disabilities and older adults. to consult with service users and their representatives to ensure their needs and rights are promoted while practicing within policy and legislative frameworks. Experience of working with Older People and Adults with Physical Disabilities desirable
Staff Values & Behaviours North Ayrshire Council uses behavioural based approach throughout the recruitment process. PVG (Adults)
This post is considered Regulated Work with Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with protected adults
Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to confirmation of employment being made by North Ayrshire Council. For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit For further details on North Ayrshire Council’s policy please visit Pre-employment checks ( .Agile – 100% of time spent working agile (flexibly) and interacting with others. Able to work at home, office or multiple locations. May be required to attend office on set days/rota basis as the role requires. Agile
- Location:
- Irvine, North Ayrshire
- Job Type:
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FullTime