SWRK 2567 - G3 Social Worker (Adult and Older People) (605204) - 2567-422737840
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 08 Hydref 2025 |
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| Cyflog: | £40,804.00 i £41,698.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 23 Hydref 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Lanark, ML11 7JT |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | South Lanarkshire Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 2567-422737840 |
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INTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA OPPORTUNITY MARKETPLACE AND COMPLETE THEIR SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS EITHER VIA THE ME TAB ON FUSION PRIOR TO STARTING THE APPLICATION FORM OR BY CLICKING ON THE LINK AS PART OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS IN THE SECTION OF THE FORM TITLED “REVIEW SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS."
South Lanarkshire Council is an ambitious, high performing organisation with a clear vision and programme of action which is designed to improve the lives and prospects of everyone in South Lanarkshire.
The aim of Social Work Resources is to promote social welfare and provide effective care and support to meet the needs of vulnerable people in South Lanarkshire.
In partnership with community planning partners, voluntary and independent provider organisations, we offer a range of services designed to enable, support, improve and protect the health and social care of people using our services.
Social Work Resources are committed to providing services for children, young people, families, adults and older people who are in need of care and protection.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within Clydesdale in Adult and Older People's Services. We are looking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic permanent full-time Social Worker in our Adult Team and a part-time Social Worker (17.5 hours) in our Older Person’s team with negotiable work patterns available.
Clydesdale locality within South Lanarkshire covers the largest geographical area of 1,326.31 square kilometres (512.10 square Clydesdale locality within South Lanarkshire covers the largest geographical area of 1,326.31 square kilometres (512.10 square miles) of the four Locality Area’s. Although Clydesdale has several urban centres such as Lanark, Carluke, Lesmahagow, Biggar, Forth and Douglas it is the most rural area of South Lanarkshire, where issues such as transport, access to services and rural deprivation can have a marked effect.
Clydesdale has a population of 61,671 of which 27% are aged 65 and over, with a higher percentage of aged 75 and over (9%) in comparison with the rest of South Lanarkshire which sits at 8.3%.
Given the local geography and demographic factors, Health and Social Work teams in Clydesdale were already working in partnership prior to the implementation of Health and Social Care Integration. As such we have long established professional multi-agency working networks and processes that support our person-centred approach to supporting our vulnerable citizens.
Should you wish to apply for this position please note that you will only be asked the following question in the process “'Can you please provide evidence of your experience and achievements which make you suitable for this post, including the transferable skills and attributes you could bring to this post”.
When completing the application and the aforementioned question please ensure that you cover the following areas:
Please study the job profile and detail the knowledge, skills and experience you hold that would make you a suitable candidate for the post of Social Worker in Adult and Older People Services.
Explain your experience of providing an assessment and care management service? Please include information relating to where this has involved a statutory duty such as child protection or adult support and protection and legislation underpinning practice?
Detail a time when you have required to manage a conflict or difference of opinion within a work-based scenario, detailing how you managed this and achieved successful resolution
Explain do you prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment with competing demands. Can you give an example of this within a previous role?
Explain your understanding of partnership working and provide an example where you worked as part of a wider team delivering both individual and partnership outcomes. Detail how you contributed?
For further information about the post, potential applicants are encouraged to contact Heather Roberts, Operations Manager at heather.roberts@southlanarkshire.gov.uk.
Hours: 35 hours per week
Vacancy: Permanent
Salary: £40,408 -£46,991
View the Social">https://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/downloads/file/16970/swrk_-_social_… Worker job profile
ACTUAL CLOSING DATE: Applications must be received by 22nd October 2025 at 11.59PM
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.
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)
Legislative Information
This post is excepted in terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003.
This post is considered Regulated Work 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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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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