Social Worker (Learning Disability) - Arrol Park Resource Centre - SOA12900

JOB DESCRIPTION

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an effective learning disability team at Arrol park resource centre in Ayr. The health and social work team are collocated and have a positive multi-disciplinary approach to working with people with a learning disability. There is a supportive management team who offer regular supervision and training opportunities. Respite and day care services form part of the management team which makes for coordinated operational practice. The team is about to embark on opening a community hub in Ayr which offers meaningful supported employment , volunteering and social activities shaped by people with LD. We have a league of champions that provides feedback from people with LD on our strategy and policies. This has resulted in a strategic plan that reflects the need of service users and carers and is strongly linked to frontline practice. If you want to work in an environment that maintains high standards and strong values then your application is welcome in our partnership.

If you wish to discuss any aspect of this post please contact Tess Barke or Karen Davidson team leaders LD team. Tel: 01292 614914

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RESPONSIBILITIES

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ABOUT US

South Ayrshire is at the heart of historic Ayrshire, with a wealth of local heritage and culture, first class leisure amenities, world-wide travel links, diverse landscapes and thriving communities.

Making a difference for our communities is at the heart of what we do and working with us means, you can use your skills, knowledge and experience to help us do just that. We currently employ around 6000 people to serve a population of more than 112,000 people located across a diverse area that includes the towns of Ayr, Girvan, Maybole, Prestwick and Troon as well as small rural villages, coastline and farmland.

We are an ambitious Council, and we aim to place people at the centre of everything we do as we look to deliver the best possible outcomes. We are ambitious for our communities too and our new Council Plan is based on priorities and outcomes that we believe will have the greatest impact on the wellbeing of our communities, our local economy, and our environment.

BENEFITS

Here’s what we can offer!

• Competitive salary
• Excellent pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement and enhanced leave scheme (purchase of up to 2 weeks’ holidays)
• Wellbeing initiatives and Occupational Health services
• A healthy environment supportive of work-life balance and caring responsibilities
• Car leasing scheme
• Discounts on major supermarkets and retailers, cinemas and gym memberships (including Council leisure facilities)
• Purchase of white goods and more via salary sacrifice
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Scotwest Credit Union

REQUIREMENTS

This post is considered to be Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) (PVG) Act 2007. Accordingly, the preferred candidate will be required to become a member of the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if already a Scheme member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made. If you wish further information on the PVG Scheme you can visit the Disclosure Scotland website at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.

Please note you may be required to meet PVG costs.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Interviews for this post are scheduled for 04/09/2026. 

The grade of this post is Level 10

The work style for this post is Hybrid Worker. 

The successful candidate will be required to work flexibly between home and the office and the frequency for attending the office may vary depending on the exigencies of the service.

Applicants whose qualification award is pending within the next 6 months, are welcome to apply. If you are recommended for the post the initial placement will be at Level 8, until your qualification is awarded.