Child Welfare Advocate

We are looking for a highly skilled and empathetic Child Welfare Advocate to join our social work team in Argyll and Bute. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families.

• Undertake child protection duties and conduct interviews to ensure the safety and welfare of children.
• Provide high-quality assessments and interventions for children and families, ensuring all statutory responsibilities are met.
• Manage a caseload of children and families, ensuring that interventions and support are tailored to their individual needs.
• Liaise with appropriate agencies to support children and families, ensuring effective and coordinated services.
• Carry out direct work with children and families, using a strengths-based approach to promote positive outcomes.

• Hold a qualification in Social Work (DipSW/CQSW or equivalent) and be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
• Be trained to undertake child protection interviews.
• Have experience in working with children and families in an area team setting.
• Be able to drive, with access to pool cars available for work-related travel.

This is a challenging yet rewarding role that requires flexibility and a willingness to work across various locations within Argyll and Bute.

£30,000 - £35,000 per annum

• A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.
• Exceptional referral bonuses.
• An extensive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK.
• Nationwide provider of Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.
• Payroll service twice a week.
• Ltd and PAYE payment options available.
• Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training.
• Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.
• DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.