SWRK 2194 - G3 Social Worker (605861) - 2194-417184629
| Posting date: | 07 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £20,402.00 to £23,495.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 September 2025 |
| Location: | Rutherglen, G72 7EX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | South Lanarkshire Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 2194-417184629 |
Summary
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South Lanarkshire Justice Social Work are seeking a full time permanent Social Worker for our Rutherglen Justice locality team. The locality Justice teams provide
supervision; risk assessment and management; support and intervention for individuals who have been convicted of offences and are subject to statutory supervision.
This is a challenging and rewarding role combining public protection with rehabilitation for individuals with often complex needs to promote long term positive
outcomes.
Duties of the post include completion of analytical and concise Justice Social Work Reports for the Court; effective supervision of individuals based on National
Outcomes and Standards; ongoing assessment of risk and need including the proper application of structured assessment tools; forming productive relationships with
service users to promote good outcomes and working effectively in a multi-agency setting.
We are looking for a committed, enthusiastic and skilled practitioner to provide a professional service to our service user groups. Up to date experience in Justice Social
Work is preferred but not essential. Final year students must be qualified within 2 months of submitting their application form.
The successful candidate will have a Social Work degree with knowledge of Justice Services and a clear understanding of risk assessment and management. The ability
to priorities your workload and sound assessment and writing and communication skills are also essential for this post. You will be expected to record and monitor work
using electronic case recording systems. The successful candidate will work with individuals who have been convicted of a wide variety of offences including those of a
sexual and domestic nature. It is essential that you are committed to working with our service users in a pro-active and non-judgemental manner in the community to
address their risks and needs and promote public safety.
South Lanarkshire Justice Services require all successful applicants to undertake Non-Police Personnel Vetting (NPPV) at a minimum of level 2. This is due to the
requirement to access the Violent and Sex Offender Register (ViSOR ) information system.
When completing the application process please ensure that you cover the following areas:
1. Please study the job profile and detail your skills, knowledge and experience that would be relevant to the role of Social Worker in a Justice locality team.
2. Can you give an example of when you have been required to respond unexpectedly to the changing needs of either a service user you managed or the
service you have worked for, and how you managed this?
3. Justice Social Work involves a high level of partnership working often with a number of different agencies involved in one case. Can you describe a situation
where you have worked on a multi-agency basis; what your contribution was and what outcomes were achieved?
4. What in your view are the key challenges facing people in conflict with the law and how would you seek to address these challenges in this role?
For further information on this role contact Euan Lloyd, Fieldwork Manager, on euan.lloyd@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
Hours: 17.5 per week
Vacancy: Permanent
Salary: £20,402 - £23,495
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When completing the application for this post, please answer the following questions:
- Please study the job profile and detail your skills, knowledge and experience that would be relevant to the role of Social Worker in a Justice locality team.
Can you give an example of when you have been required to respond unexpectedly to the changing needs of either a service user you managed or the service you have worked for, and how you managed this?
Justice Social Work involves a high level of partnership working often with a number of different agencies involved in one case. Can you describe a situation where you have worked on a multi-agency basis; what your contribution was and what outcomes were achieved ?
What in your view are the key challenges facing people in conflict with the law and how would you seek to address these challenges in this role?
Please Apply online - All correspondence will be via your email address.
Please note we do not accept CVs, any submitted will be disregarded. If you require to submit additional information to support your application, please upload this under supporting documents.
Preferred candidates identified after the selection event process will be required to assist the recruitment team, if need be, to ensure timely completion of recruitment checks. If recruitment checks are not completed within a reasonable timescale you may automatically be withdrawn from this position.
Canvassing of Elected Members or employees of South Lanarkshire's Council directly or indirectly in connection with any appointment within the Council shall disqualify the applicant.
Legislative Information
This post is excepted in terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003.
This post is considered a Regulated Role working with Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with Adults.
Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made.
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As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council, you would also receive a wide range of benefits including:
• Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme
• To increase the value of their pension pot, Local Government Employees can opt to join the Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme.
• Up to 33 days annual leave
• Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)
• Occupational sick pay
• Family friendly policies - flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave enhanced leave.
• Employee Discounts – including discounts at the cinema.
• Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program which offers practical and emotional support)
Foreign Police Check
Candidates should be able to detail any gaps in employment and provide a foreign police check where applicable for any periods living or working abroad.
Equal Opportunities and Armed Forces Community Covenant
South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourages applications from all members of the community. As a user of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum competency/behaviour requirements for the position.
South Lanarkshire Council is committed to providing support to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families which is set out in the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans are guaranteed an interview who meet the minimum requirements for the position.
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