Internal applicants MUST apply via Opportunity Marketplace. Please ensure you complete your SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS via “Me” tab/tile on Fusion or by clicking on the application link in the section of the application form titled “REVIEW SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS”.  ACTUAL CLOSING DATE: Applications must be received by 12 December at 11:55PM Location: Hamilton Area Office Hours: 35 hours per week Work Pattern: Monday to Thursday 8.45am to 4.45pm, Friday 8.45am to 4.15pm Salary / Hourly Rate: £50, - £51, per year Who we are looking for: Are you an experienced social work professional looking for the next step in your career? We are seeking a Senior Practitioner to join our Adult and Older People team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values professional growth, innovation, and well-being. About the role: As a Senior Practitioner, you will play a pivotal role in leading complex casework and providing expert guidance to colleagues. You will contribute to service development by promoting best practice and supporting continuous improvement across the team. This role requires a strong understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and guidance, alongside the ability to assess and manage risk effectively. You will work collaboratively with partner agencies to deliver high-quality outcomes for individuals and communities. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will support them in providing professional advice and guidance to colleagues, promote best practice and contribute to service improvement. This position is ideal for experienced social workers who wish to progress their career while remaining actively involved in practice. Essential Requirements: Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent. Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council. Adult Support and Protection training to Council Officer level. Minimum of 3 years post-qualifying experience. Evidence of a Postgraduate Qualification (e.g., Practice Teacher Award, Mental Health Officer training, PQ award) or specialist qualification in adult services (e.g., Dementia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning Disability). Proven experience managing complex cases. Why work with us? Clear career progression Flexible working options Visible and accessible management team providing monthly reflective supervision A culture that puts people at the heart of everything we do South Lanarkshire Council recognises the numerous benefits of a positive work-life balance to the wellbeing and productivity of our employees. We will take a flexible first approach to requests from our employees to change the way that they work. While we must balance such requests with the need to ensure the quality of the important services we deliver is not compromised, we will ensure that each request is given careful consideration with a view to achieving a positive outcome wherever possible. View the Describe your knowledge, skills, and experience relevant to the Senior Practitioner role. Describe your experience in assessing needs and risks, including legislation underpinning your practice. Describe a situation where you managed conflict or differing opinions and achieved resolution. Detail how you prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment. Describe your understanding of partnership working, including an example of collaborative outcomes. If you require to submit any further additional information to support your application (not a CV), please upload this under supporting documents. Please apply online - All correspondence will be via your email address Preferred candidates identified after the selection event process will be required to assist the recruitment team, if need be, to ensure timely completion of recruitment checks. If recruitment checks are not completed within a reasonable timescale, you may automatically be withdrawn from this position. Canvassing of Elected Members or employees of South Lanarkshire's Council directly or indirectly in connection with any appointment within the Council shall disqualify the applicant. Legislative Information This post is excepted in terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order . This post is considered Regulated Work with adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, . Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children and/or adults.