Social Work Assistant

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In Falkirk we are proud and passionate about the work we do.

We are proud to have a workforce with values that promote human rights, social justice and professional integrity. We recognise the importance of diversity within our organisation that reflects the communities we serve. 

We are looking for...

An experienced, motivated, and ambitious Social Work Assistant to join our Assessment and Case Management Team. The post is offered on a fulltime, temporary 18-month contract.

The Social Work Assistant will work in partnership with justice social workers and support agencies to deliver interventions and support to clients who are subject to community sentences and post-release licence supervision. Applicants must have experience of working as part of a team. Previous experience of working with adults and young people involved with the criminal justice system, along with a working knowledge of issues impacting on offending behaviour, would be advantageous.

Why you should consider a Social Work Assistant post with Falkirk Justice Services as the next step in your career.

Hear from our workers on their experiences of a career with Falkirk Justice Services: https://youtu.be/9bjFcxX6f_w

We want a Social Work Assistant that shares our commitment to ensuring we have a dynamic and forward-thinking workforce, who is determined to make a real positive difference for people accessing services and living in our communities. Trauma informed, relationships and strengths-based practice sits at the heart of our work.

We are committed to a workforce culture where all our people will feel valued, included and able to be their best at work. This supports our mission to be recognised as a learning organisation promoting openness, creativity, and experimentation across the workforce.

We work hard to develop our staff and expose them to a wide range of opportunities. We encourage our workforce to acquire and share knowledge, information, and resources.

When it comes to taking care of our employees, we are proud to offer:

• Supportive team structure
• Time for reflective supervision
• A culture where your voice matters and opportunities are available to shape how we work together as a team, service and across the Council and partnerships.
• Bespoke training and a range of career development opportunities
• Generous annual leave and mobile /flexible working supporting work life balance.
• Competitive salaries
• Local Government pension scheme and employee benefits and rewards scheme

This post is temporary until January 2026 due to service requirement.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.

If you would like more information, please contact:

Donna Kostlin or Shirley Melvin, Assistant Team Managers – 01324 506464 (Main Office Number)