Locum Social Worker

Locum Children & Families Social Worker CHAD

Location: Galashiels, Scottish Borders
Rate: £25£40 per hour
Contract: Ongoing Locum
Start Date: ASAP

We are recruiting an experienced Locum Social Worker to join a Children & Families (CHAD) Team within Scottish Borders. This role offers the opportunity to deliver meaningful, relationship-based practice supporting children and young people with additional needs and their families.

• Deliver a statutory Children & Families social work service within a disability-focused team
• Undertake assessments of need and risk, developing outcome-focused plans
• Provide direct intervention to children, young people, and families in the community
• Manage a complex mixed caseload, achieving positive outcomes
• Monitor, review, and update Childs Plans effectively
• Work at the point of crisis, prioritising child welfare at all times
• Support children to remain with family where safe, including preventing breakdown or reunification
• Progress permanence planning where required
• Work in partnership with multi-agency services and apply GIRFEC principles
• Maintain accurate records and case management in line with statutory requirements
• Contribute to team learning, mentoring colleagues, and continuous improvement

• Social Work qualification (DipSW, CQSW, BA/MA Social Work or equivalent)
• Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council
• Experience within Children & Families and/or disability services
• Strong assessment, risk management, and report-writing skills
• Ability to manage complex caseloads effectively
• Enhanced PVG (or willingness to obtain)

What 21HSC Offers

At 21HSC, we pride ourselves on supporting our locums every step of the way not just with placements, but with practical help too.

How to Apply:
If this role sounds like the perfect fit for you, please click \"Apply\". Alternatively, for more information and a detailed job description, contact Danielle Frame at 21 Health and Social Care.

Interview Process:
Successful shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a teams call/face to face with 21HSC staff then an in-person interview at the organisation.

About:
21 Health and Social Care are a recruitment agency offering a variety of employment positions within the Health, Social Care, Voluntary and Social Work sectors across Scotland. With over 20 years experience working within the Scottish Market we have some of the best opportunities on the market coupled with unrivalled ongoing support and advice throughout your journey with us. 21 HSC is operated by Qualified Social Workers and Social Care professionals and is a registered employer with the SSSC.
21 HSC Limited is an equal opportunities employer.

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