Social Work Assistant

1 month ago

Dunfermline, United Kingdom Fife Council Full time

Proposed Interview Date: Monday 24 June 2024 

Closing Date: Sunday 9 June 2024

Contract Type: Temporary until 31 March 2027

Salary: £28,251.00 to £31,179.34 pro rata

Working Pattern: 36 hours per week

 Location: Dunfermline (may be required to work Fife Wide depending on service needs)

Supporting Statement

As part of your application, you must provide us with a Supporting Statement which outlines to us how your skills and experience make you a good candidate for this vacancy. For more information, check out the section of our Career Site. Without a Supporting Statement, your application will not be progressed. Please upload your Supporting Statement at the section marked ‘upload resumé’. Your Supporting Statement must not be a CV. More information is available on our Career site at 

Job Description We are excited to offer two temporary Social Work Assistant positions within the Dunfermline Justice Team. Our team supports men involved in offending behaviour who are subject to statutory orders imposed by the Court and represents Justice Social Work within Dunfermline Sheriff Court. We are committed to building on trauma-informed practice and developing programs and opportunities for men within their communities. Key Responsibilities: Case Management: - Manage Community Payback Orders with unpaid work requirements and Fiscal Work Orders for male service users. - Oversee cases with less intensive support needs, with guidance from a Social Worker or Senior Practitioner when required. Reporting: - Prepare reports for the Courts and Procurator Fiscal on service users' compliance and progress with their Orders. - Assess risks and provide professional assessments for partner agencies, including child and adult protection concerns. Court Representation: - Represent Justice Social Work within a Court setting. Program Development: - Participate in the development of projects and programs to meet the needs of service users and promote desistance from further offending. Record Keeping: - Ensure accurate and timely case recording. Collaboration:  - Work with partner agencies to address and manage risks associated with service users. - Engage in creating and developing opportunities for service users based on identified needs. Additional Information: - The successful candidate may be required to work in teams across Fife based on service needs. Qualifications and Skills Relevant experience in social work or a related field. Strong report-writing and case management skills. Ability to assess and manage risks effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to trauma-informed practice and community-based support.  If you are passionate about supporting individuals in their journey towards desistance and rehabilitation, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.

Before confirming to your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme

Further information  

Role Profile  - When preparing your supporting statement, review the role profile and think about how you meet the essential criteria How We Work Matters  - Our employees are expected to display and promote certain behaviours in the workplace. See our behaviour framework for more information.  Employee Benefits -  Employees have access to a benefits package that offers discounts on a wide range of products and services  Directorate Information -    Social Media -  Search for more 'Fife Council Jobs' on Facebook or follow us on Twitter @FCJobsOfficial. 

For more information please contact: Andrea Robertson,

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