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Qualified Social Worker- Adult Services

Job in Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh Area, EH1, Scotland, UK
Listing for: 21HSC
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-20
Job specializations:
  • Social Work
    Community Health, Mental Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services
  • Healthcare
    Community Health, Mental Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 26 - 30 GBP Hourly GBP 26.00 30.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
21 Health & Social Care are recruiting Qualified Social Workers to join Adults Services Teams across Edinburgh, with a particular focus on supporting with waiting lists. These roles are offered on a contracting basis for 3–6 months+.
Experience and Qualifications
Applicants must hold a UK-recognised professional Social Work qualification and be registered, or eligible to register, with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
It is essential that applicants have previous experience working within an Adults Services setting, ideally within a hospital, discharge planning, or multidisciplinary health team.

Experience of managing waiting lists and prioritisation of cases is highly desirable.
Applicants should be confident in:

* Adult Support and Protection (ASP) enquiries

* Complex assessments and risk management

* Capacity assessments

* Hospital discharge planning and multi-agency coordination

* Managing and reviewing waiting lists effectively to support safe and timely discharge
A minimum of two years’ post-qualified Social Work experience within Adults Services is preferred. Familiarity with local Edinburgh recording systems is advantageous.
To Apply

To apply , follow the ‘Apply Now’ link at the bottom of this job advert and upload an up-to-date CV.
For more information or a confidential discussion about current roles and locations, please contact Danielle Frame or Steve More at 21 HSC.
Suitable applicants will be contacted by a member of the 21 team to arrange an informal face-to-face or Teams interview in the first instance. Applicants will be subject to a robust vetting process, including an updated Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check, referencing, and SSSC registration check/endorsement.
About Us
21 Health and Social Care is a consultancy firm offering a wide range of employment opportunities within Social Work, Voluntary, Health & Social Care sectors across Scotland. With over 20 years’ experience supporting the Scottish Market, we provide access to high-quality opportunities alongside exceptional ongoing support and guidance.
21 HSC is run by Qualified Social Workers and Social Care Professionals and is a registered employer with the SSSC.
21 HSC Limited is an equal opportunities employer
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