Social Work Team Manager, Fort William - 452258
| Posting date: | 10 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £62,681.00 to £67,665.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 January 2026 |
| Location: | Fort William, PH33 7AQ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Highland Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 452258 |
Summary
Are you a passionate and experienced social work professional ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a dedicated Team Lead to join our dynamic Lochaber Social Work Team, based in the heart of Fort William.
As Team Lead, you will provide leadership and operational oversight to a committed team delivering high-quality adult social care services across Lochaber. You’ll play a key role in service development, staff supervision, and ensuring best practice in line with statutory responsibilities and local priorities.
We’re seeking someone who brings:
- The post holder must hold a relevant Social Work qualification at degree level or equivalent and be registered with the SSSC as a Social Worker.
- Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience.
- Hold qualification in post qualifying practice including Adult Protection, Mental Health Officer and Practice Education or equivalent experience. Proven leadership, decision-making, and communication skills
- A full UK driving licence (essential for travel across the Lochaber area)
- A commitment to person-centred, strengths-based practice
This post will be based at Fort William Health Centre, with requirement to work across the Lochaber region as needed.
Informal enquiries to: Catriona Grant, Principal Lead for Social Work, email: catriona.grant1@nhs.scot
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