Social Worker - ABS48621


Company:	Aberdeenshire Council
Salary:	£46,361 to £48,290 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Banff, AB45 1FQ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	24 Sept 2026
Closing date:	15 Oct 2026

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Summary

Job Description

We are looking for 3 Social Workers to provide a professional social work service to adults involved in the Criminal Justice System in Aberdeenshire, by undertaking a full range of criminal justice social work duties and working collaboratively with clients who have complex risks and needs to address offending behaviour.

Work in partnership with relevant professionals, other agencies and the wider community whilst adhering to all applicable legislation and Aberdeenshire Council policies and procedures, including both statutory and non-statutory requirements and Community Justice Priorities.

2 positions are based in Banff and one position is based in Peterhead.

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.

Informal enquiries to Nicola Wilson - 01467 534440 / Hollie Dear - 01467 533227

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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 an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this 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, one of these must be your current or most recent employer.

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