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Salary: £43,603 - £47,864 per year pro rata
Contract Type: Temporary
Position Type: Part Time
Hours: 27 hours per week
Job Advert
27 hours per week, fixed term until 31 January 2026, salary pro rata
We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged.
In West Lothian, we believe that all children should get the best start in life and should get the help they need when they need it.
You will be based in our Duty and Child Protection Team promoting and protecting the wellbeing of vulnerable children and their families.
We offer a supportive working environment with induction for new staff, regular planned supervision, a controlled workload, and a professional development plan with varied training opportunities.
Minimum Requirements:
1. Degree in social work or equivalent qualification is essential.
2. This post is considered Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scotland Act 2007. 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 by West Lothian Council.
3. This position requires registration with the SSSC. The successful candidate will have six months from the date of commencement of this post to become registered with the SSSC. SSSC stipulates you must submit your application within three months of your start date. If you are already registered with SSSC you will be required to add West Lothian Council to your account.
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