Social Work Team Manager

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Are you a passionate and experienced social work professional ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a dedicated Team Lead to join our dynamic Lochaber Social Work Team, based in the heart of Fort William.

As Team Lead, you will provide leadership and operational oversight to a committed team delivering high-quality adult social care services across Lochaber. You’ll play a key role in service development, staff supervision, and ensuring best practice in line with statutory responsibilities and local priorities.

• The post holder must hold a relevant Social Work qualification at degree level or equivalent and be registered with the SSSC as a Social Worker.
• Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience.
• Hold qualification in post qualifying practice including Adult Protection, Mental Health Officer and Practice Education or equivalent experience; proven leadership, decision‑making, and communication skills.
• A full UK driving licence (essential for travel across the Lochaber area).
• A commitment to person‑centred, strengths‑based practice.

This post will be based at Fort William Health Centre, with requirement to work across the Lochaber region as needed.

Catriona Grant, Principal Lead for Social Work – email:

• Effective from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours. Part‑time hours will be adjusted on a pro‑ratio basis. There will be an increase in the hourly rate to ensure that pay remains unaffected.
• You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain.

NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute. We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy. Our staff are also important members of our communities.

As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our values and behaviours.