Social Worker - Children & Families - ABS48181


Company:	Aberdeenshire Council
Salary:	£46,361 - £48,290
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Fraserburgh, AB43 9BL
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	22 Aug 2026
Closing date:	4 Sept 2026

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Summary

Job Description

The Fraserburgh Children & Families Team is committed to delivering high-quality, relationship-based social work that supports children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes. We are seeking motivated and dedicated Social Workers who share our commitment to safeguarding, early intervention and supporting lasting change.

You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies while benefiting from regular supervision, professional development and a culture that values learning and continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the lives of children and families within a dynamic and forward-thinking service.

We offer a welcoming environment where professional development is encouraged, teamwork is valued, and every practitioner has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation.

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Requirements

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. Where applicable, this post also requires an Overseas Criminal Record Check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

This post has a minimum requirement of two references which must be your current or most recent employer.

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