Social Worker, Assessment & Care Management (5747) - CNS06492

ADVERT Social Worker, Assessment & Care Management, Isle of Lewis (5747) 37 hours per week, Permanent Position £48,622 - £52,635 per annum, inclusive of £2,997 Distant Islands Allowance per annum You will undertake assessment and care management and other Social Work responsibilities including liaison with health, private and voluntary agencies. Within care management arrangement, you will make assessments and negotiate packages of care in consultation with service users and carers to meet identified needs within defined budgetary limits.

You will also monitor, review and assess individual care plans and respond to changing needs. You must hold a Diploma in Social Work or equivalent related Social Work qualification. Please follow this link to see relevant accepted qualifications for this position: Regulated Professions Register | Social Worker (regulated-professions.service.gov.uk) You must have up-to-date knowledge of Community Care legislation and practice.

It is essential that you are able to communicate clearly, have good interpersonal skills and hold a full, unrestricted UK driving licence. This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme as a legal requirement of a regulated role with Children & Adults ( Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme - mygov.scot ). Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

Closing Date: Monday 14 September 2026 The salary quoted is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Appointment to the post will be on the first point of the grade. Please note that sponsorship is not available, or being offered, in connection to this post. PRIOR TO APPLYING It is vital that you download and read all of the attached documents to this advert before completing an application form. Guidance Notes for Applicants will explain our recruitment process and how to complete key information on your application so that you have the best chance of showcasing your skills and experience.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools , such as Copilot and ChatGPT, may be used to support your application preparation, for example by generating ideas or checking spelling and grammar. However, all application responses must be your own work and accurately reflect your knowledge, skills and abilities, experience, qualifications, and achievements. Applications that appear to rely heavily on AI-generated content may not be progressed.

By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is authentic and based on your own experience. Application Updates: Please ensure your email address is entered correctly, as all correspondence regarding your application will be sent by email. We also recommend checking your inbox, junk folder, and your MyJobScotland account regularly for updates. ADVERT Neach-obrach Sòisealta, Measadh agus Stiùireadh Cùraim, Eilean Leòdhais (5747) 37 uairean a thìde gach seachdain, Dreuchd Mhaireannach £48,622 - £52,635 gach bliadhna, a' gabhail a-steach £2,997 de Chuibhreann Eileanan Iomallach gach bliadhna Gabhaidh thu measadh agus stiùireadh cùraim os làimh, agus dleastanasan Obair Shòisealta eile, a' gabhail a-steach conaltradh le buidhnean slàinte, prìobhaideach agus saor-thoileach.

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