Re-Advertised Social Worker x4 Perm/HSCP/INV
Listed on 2026-10-06
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Social Work
Family Advocacy & Support Services, Child Development/Support, Child Protection, Human Services/ Social Work
Re-Advertised Social Worker / 80396
Salary:
Grade 9 £ 50,332 - £52,956
Location:
Princes Street House/James Watt Buildings
Hours Per Week: 37 Hours
Join a service that is transforming outcomes for children and young people
At Inverclyde Children's Services, we are investing in relationship-based practice, early intervention, workforce development and service innovation so that social workers can focus on what matters most: improving the lives of children and families.
As a Social Worker within the service, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference through direct work with children, young people and their families.
Inverclyde is committed to delivering high-quality trauma-informed practice, underpinned by the principles of The Promise. We have implemented Signs of Safety and Healing as our practice framework, supporting strengths-based, collaborative and transparent work with children, families and partner agencies.
We are looking for talented and committed social workers who share our values and ambitions to join us:
Request for AssistanceOur RFA Team is the front door to Children and Families Social Work and plays a vital role in ensuring children and families receive the right support at the right time. You will contribute to screening, assessment and proportionate decision-making, working closely with partners to identify needs, risks and appropriate responses at the earliest opportunity.
Community Social WorkOur Community Social Work Teams provide opportunities to build meaningful, long-term relationships with children, young people and families. You will support children involved in child protection processes, children who are looked after away from home, and those requiring permanence planning, helping to achieve lasting and positive outcomes.
Disabled Children and Young PeopleWithin this focussed team, you will work with children and young people who have complex health and disability-related needs. You will undertake assessments, develop tailored support plans and champion SDS, helping children, young people and their families achieve greater choice, control and flexibility.
Intensive Support to Young PeopleThis newly redesigned team provides targeted support to young people who require intensive intervention, typically aged 12 and above. You will work with young people experiencing, or at risk of exploitation, support those involved in justice processes, and help care experienced young people plan successfully for independence.
As a Social Worker in Inverclyde, you will:- Use the Signs of Safety and Healing framework to inform assessment, planning and decision-making.
- Build strong, collaborative relationships with children, families and partner agencies.
- Contribute to positive and sustainable outcomes through strengths-based practice.
- Benefit from high-quality supervision and a culture of continuous professional development.
For NQSW, we offer a protected and supported first year in practice in line with SSSC requirements. This includes dedicated support from Learning and Development Officers, regular NQSW forums, structured professional development opportunities and a well-established Programme that has been successfully embedded within Inverclyde HSCP for several years.
Why Inverclyde?Inverclyde is a place where social workers can flourish. Our size allows us to be agile, connected and responsive, with visible leadership and strong professional relationships across services. You will have the opportunity to influence practice, contribute to service improvement and be part of a workforce committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for children, young people and families.
If you are due to complete your postgraduate social work qualification we will, subject to eligibility criteria, reimburse your final-year tuition fees if you are successful in your application.
Inverclyde Council offers a wide range of benefits to employees including flexible working opportunities, attractive pension schemes, a Buy and Bank Annual Leave Scheme, career development and health and wellbeing support.
You can find out more in our Employee Benefits Booklet which is available on our website Employee Benefits - Inverclyde Council Important Applicant Information:- Inverclyde Council is an accredited Living Wage Employer paying the Living Wage Rate where required. Please click the link to `Essential Applicant Information' above for more information.
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