Main Purpose of the RoleWorking within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job, it's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch.We currently have the following opportunity:
Social Worker, Children with Disabilities Team - PKC13138£45,987 - £49,065Pullar House, Perth
This position of Social Worker is in a front line Children with Disabilities team.
This team covers the entirety of the Perth and Kinross area and works with some of the most vulnerable children in our society.
The social work role will require you to hold a caseload which could vary from issues specific to child protection, Looked After children, Section 23 assessments, monitoring SDS packages and supporting vulnerable children, young people and their families in the community.
This role also involves writing a variety of reports and liaising with partner agencies to identify and meet need through the Child's Plan.
It is anticipated that interviews for this post will take place on Monday 3 November 2025.Skills & Experience Required
You must have a recognised qualification in Social Work.
You must be registered as a Social Worker with the SSSC.
You must have a valid UK driving licence as this post requires you to travel to a variety of locations across Perth and Kinross.
Preferably you will have experience working with children who have Additional Needs and their families.
You will be well-organised, able to prioritise and manage competing demands, assertive and clear in your communication.
You will be able to demonstrate high standards in written reports and have a clear understanding of the needs of vulnerable children and families.
You will have a commitment to continuous professional development.
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Here's what we can offer you: A generous package
6 days public holiday and an additional discretionary day
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Access to a range of
Paid SSSC annual membership for relevant positions We recognise there can be benefits to and where individual jobs allow, we seek to support this.
You are encouraged to discuss potential options with the recruiting manager, if this is of interest to you.
A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance.
You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.
This role requires you to be registered with the Next StepsWe would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Fiona Egan via email at k to find out more.
Click "APPLY NOW" Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements.
That includes welcoming applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists.
Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.
Working with children and/or protected adults is regarded as a regulated role and under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 you will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.
If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 10 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required.
You will be required to provide this check.
A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.