Social Worker

Job Description

Could you make a difference to a child's story?

Every day, our Social Workers help children, young people and families overcome challenges, build on strengths and create positive change. If you are passionate about supporting families, believe in relationship based practice and want a role where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you.

Based within the Inverurie Children & Families Team, you will join a supportive and experienced service committed to keeping children safe, strengthening families and helping children thrive within their communities.

In return, we offer a supportive management structure, regular supervision, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the Inverurie community

Why Inverurie?

Known as the heart of the Garioch, Inverurie offers the perfect balance of town and country living. With excellent transport links to Aberdeen, beautiful countryside on your doorstep, vibrant local communities and a strong sense of connection, it is a fantastic place to live and work.

From the Bennachie hills and scenic walks to bustling cafés, local events and family friendly communities, Inverurie combines a high quality of life with a strong commitment to supporting local children and families.

Join Us

This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to support children and families through some of the most important moments in their lives.

If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day while working in one of Aberdeenshire's most vibrant communities, we would love to hear from you.

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Requirements

This post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

This post has a minimum requirement of two references, one of these must be your current or most recent employer.

Responsibilities

The role offers opportunities to contribute to service development and may involve occasional out-of-authority travel. You will be a reflective, resilient and organised practitioner, committed to continuous improvement and to supporting the ongoing development of the Family Centre model through innovative, collaborative and strengths-based approaches.

As a Social Worker, you will be at the heart of our work with children and families. You will build trusted relationships with parents, carers, children and young people, helping them achieve positive outcomes and make lasting changes.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive team environment
• Regular supervision and opportunities for professional development
• Training in trauma informed and relationship based practice
• The opportunity to work creatively and directly with children and families
• A role where you can see the real impact of your work on people's lives
• Competitive local authority terms and conditions

The Individual

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Social Worker to join our Children & Families Team in Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, based within the Inverurie Family Centre. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a modern, community-focused environment supporting integrated, relationship-based practice.

You will take a lead professional role managing a varied and demanding caseload, including child protection, looked after children and court work, and complex case work. You will be supported and guided by the Team Manager who will contribute to operational oversight and decision-making.