Overview
Social Worker – Justice ServicesCourt Team – Edinburgh Sheriff CourtSalary: £40,501 – £47,639Hours: 36 hours
We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join Justice Services in the Court Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to work within a professional, dedicated and supportive team and service. Edinburgh Justice Services are committed to providing high quality services while ensuring a compassionate approach to people accessing our services and supporting staff wellbeing. The post holder will work in a busy team, collaborating with colleagues within and outwith Justice Services in line with relevant legislation, public protection and other national and departmental policy and procedures. The post-holder would be based within Edinburgh Sheriff Court and across other Justice Service offices.
Responsibilities
- Undertaking assessments in relation to Bail Supervision and Justice Social Work Reports
- Providing the Court with bail information
- Liaising with partner agencies e.g., housing, mental health and substance use services
Qualifications
Candidates will have a Social Work qualification recognised by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) and be registered, or eligible to register, with the SSSC. In addition, they will be trained in and have extensive experience of using risk assessment tools and leading risk management processes.
Pre-employment checks
This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Any overseas criminal record may be required if you have spent a continuous period of 3 months or more outwith the UK in the last 5 years. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to satisfactory outcomes of these pre-employment checks.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
For more information about our commitment to equalities, visit our inclusive-edinburgh page.
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