Social Worker

My Social Work News; Livingston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social work recruitment agency is looking for a Social Worker for the Adults Support & Protection Team in Livingston. This role offers flexible full-time or part-time hours with a competitive pay rate of £40.00 per hour. Responsibilities include conducting statutory inquiries, risk assessment, and collaborating with multi-agency professionals. Ideal candidates will have a Social Work qualification, experience in statutory services, and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Flexible working

Enhanced earnings

Professional development

Networking opportunities

Autonomy in caseload management

Qualifications

• Post requires a Social Work qualification.
• Experience in statutory social work service is essential.
• Must maintain SSSC registration.

Responsibilities

• Undertake statutory ASP inquiries and investigations.
• Assess risk and determine interventions.
• Develop and review Protection Plans.
• Complete community care assessments.
• Collaborate with partner agencies.

Skills

Risk assessment

Intervention

Multi-agency collaboration

Statutory inquiries

Case management

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Job Title: Social Worker – Adults Support & Protection Team
Location: Livingston, West Lothian, UK
Pay Rate: £40.00 per hour
Contract: Ongoing Locum
Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time

Step into a rewarding locum opportunity within West Lothian’s Adults Support & Protection (ASP) Team, where you will play a vital role in safeguarding adults at risk of harm. This ongoing position gives you the freedom to choose full-time or part-time hours, offering the perfect balance between flexibility, professional development, and highly competitive pay.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible working: Choose full-time or part-time hours to suit your lifestyle.
• Enhanced earnings: Higher locum rates let you maximise your income.
• Professional development: Build expertise through diverse and complex ASP cases.
• Networking: Work in partnership with multi-agency professionals across social care, health, and justice.
• Autonomy: Manage your own caseload while being supported by an experienced, collaborative team.

Purpose of the Role

You will deliver a high-quality statutory social work service under the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007, promoting safety, rights, and wellbeing. Your work will focus on risk assessment, intervention, and multi‑agency safeguarding.

What You Will Do

• Undertake statutory ASP inquiries and investigations in line with West Lothian Council procedures.
• Assess risk, vulnerability, and protective factors to determine required interventions.
• Lead or contribute to ASP Case Conferences, IRDs, and Core Groups.
• Develop and review Protection Plans, promoting safety, choice, and independence.
• Complete community care assessments under the Social Work (Scotland) Act 1968.
• Prepare, implement, and review care plans for adults with varying needs.
• Monitor care arrangements and respond promptly to changes in risk or circumstances.
• Work collaboratively with health, police, housing, and other partner agencies.
• Maintain accurate case records and provide reports for multi‑agency forums.
• Participate in multi‑disciplinary meetings and contribute to coordinated support.
• Maintain SSSC registration and engage in ongoing CPD.

Why Livingston?

Livingston offers an exceptional quality of life with its blend of scenic countryside, vibrant retail hubs, and welcoming community spirit. Ideally located between Edinburgh and Glasgow, it provides excellent transport links and a great work‑life balance.

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