Social Worker (Adult Services) - Early Intervention & Homefirst

Ktpws; Haddington; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative public service organization located in Haddington is seeking two experienced Social Workers for a full-time, permanent role. The position focuses on early intervention and prevention within adult services, aiming to offer support and facilitate independence for service users. The role requires an approved Social Work qualification and SSSC registration, offering a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements. Candidates will work closely with NHS colleagues and social work teams to enhance community care and prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.

Benefits

Flexi time

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Must have an approved qualification in Social Work.
• Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) is essential.
• Full current driving license and access to a vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective services to users and their families/carers.
• Prevent unnecessary hospital admissions and support safe discharges.
• Deliver responsive, person-centred support to enable independence.

Skills

Experience in Adult Social Work

Assessment skills

Person-centred support

Education

Approved qualification in Social Work

SSSC registration

Job description

# Social Worker (Adult Services) - 2 Positions Available - Early Intervention & HomefirstRef no:: EAL12129Published:: 09/01/2026Closes:: 01/02/2026Location:: Council HQ, John Muir House, Brewery Park, Haddington, EH41 3HA * East Lothian Community Hospital, Alderston Meadows, Haddington, EH41 3RUSalary:: £40,130 - £44,710 per yearContract Type:: PermanentPosition Type:: Full TimeHours:: 35 hours per weekWork From Home:: Hybrid## Vacancy InformationHourly rate of pay: £21.99 - £24.50*Candidates will be assessed on the basis of appropriate relevant experience and qualifications and salary placed within the advertised scale.*Days and hours of work: Monday - Friday Flexi time is applicable. To start asap.**These posts are being re-advertised. Previous unsuccessful candidates need not re-apply.**East Lothian Health and Social Care Partnership is seeking two experienced and motivated Social Workers to join our newly established Prevention and Early Intervention multi-disciplinary team.This innovative team works collaboratively with NHS colleagues and partners from Community First, hospital flow and discharge services, reablement, social work, and care-at-home teams. Our core focus is to:* Prevent unnecessary hospital admissions* Support timely and safe discharges* Reduce the impact of unscheduled care* Promote recovery at homeAs a Social Worker in this team, you will:* Adopt an “In Reach” approach within Edinburgh hospitals* Carry out assessments for individuals in the community* Deliver responsive, person-centred support to enable independence and recoveryWorking PatternCurrently Social Work element of this service operates Monday to Friday. There is the Potential for future seven-day working, with weekend shifts anticipated up to two weekends per month.While eligible for the Council’s flexible working scheme, the nature of this role demands a high level of agility and responsiveness. As such, set working days cannot be guaranteed, and on-site working will be essential, with limited scope for homeworking.Opportunities for DevelopmentYou will also have the chance to work with the wider Social Work Team at John Muir House, offering opportunities to broaden your practice and develop within the wider context of Adult Social Work.For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Lisa-Kim Heron, Team ManagerEmail: [e-mail]**Home / Hybrid Working Consideration**Applications for home or hybrid working will be considered for this post in accordance with East Lothian Council’s Home Working and Worksmart Policies which can be found . Home or Hybrid working options can be discussed with candidates invited for interview.**Please Note:**All home/hybrid workers must live in the UK. Where an application for home-working is supported, it will be subject to a satisfactory trial period. Employees will be expected to attend Council offices for the duration of induction, and be on site in East Lothian workplaces, as required. Employees with a hybrid working arrangement in place will be office based and able to work from home, with permission, on an ad hoc basis.## Job DetailsTo provide an effective service to service users and their families/carers, promoting a high standard of practice, in accordance with statutory obligations, policies and procedures.**Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.**The ‘– values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them.## Job Requirements**Education/Qualifications** Essential: Approved qualification in Social Work, and SSSC registration. *Those with international Social Work qualifications should not apply unless they are fully registered with the SSSC.***Driving Licence** Full current driving licence and access to a vehicle\* *(\*Where a disability precludes you from obtaining a driving licence, ELC will take into account its responsibility to make reasonable adjustments to allow for your disability).***PVG Membership** This post is considered as a Regulated Role with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020.**All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.**Please note: PVG member’s records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG membership or update check, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant and investigated prior to any formal offer being made.**Please note:** If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outwith the UK in the last 5 years then you will be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the website.## Additional InformationFor additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link:If you have any difficulties creating an account on MyJobScotland or applying for this post please contact the MyJobScotland support team via this link .If you require further information about this vacancy, please call 01620 827868, or email us on [e-mail]**Please note: We do not accept CV's (either electronically or by mail). All our vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the on-line application form. Although there is an ‘import data from my CV’ function on MyJobScotland, this only imports very limited data and should not be relied upon to complete the application form. If, for example, due to a disability, you are unable to complete the on-line application form you can contact us for a paper application via the telephone number or email address above.**## Job Attachments* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement