Social Media Lead
Victim Support - City of London, London
£30,020.80 to £37,526 a year
PermanentPart time
We are looking for a creative Social Media Lead to shape our social media presence and bring Victim Support's work to life. Are you a creative social media specialist who can turn complex and sensitive subjects into compelling content that connects with people? We are looking for a Social Media Lead to bring our charity's work, campaigns and impact to life: shaping and grow Victim Support's social media presence, creating high-quality content, and helping us reach, support and achieve change for more victims and witnesses. This is a new, part-time role, home-based in England and Wales, with some travel for events and meetings required. What we offer At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes: Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working. Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the role As Social Media Lead, you will lead Victim Support's social media presence and use creativity, audience insight and evaluation to make our channels as engaging and effective as possible. You will plan and create content across formats, from sharp, accessible copy and eye-catching graphics to engaging video, and develop campaigns that amplify victims' and witnesses' voices, strengthen our brand and inspire people to support our work. Key responsibilities: Plan, create and schedule engaging, on-brand content and copy across our social media channels. Create and edit graphics and video content that help important messages cut through. Work with Design, Digital, External Affairs and Media, Fundraising and Business Development colleagues to deliver creative, innovative campaigns. Maintain our social media channels, respond to queries and escalate concerns appropriately. Use audience insight, reporting and analytics to improve reach, engagement and impact. Help embed clear social media guidance and a consistent, compelling tone of voice. Advise colleagues, local teams and senior leaders on social media approaches, opportunities and risks. Support social media activity as part of crisis communications. About you You will need: A track record of managing and growing organisational social media channels to achieve strategic change. Strong creative and content creation skills, including writing high-quality copy and creating and editing engaging graphics and video. A strong understanding of digital communications, content strategy and campaign planning within a values-driven organisation. A good understanding of brand management, including tone of voice, visual identity and consistent messaging. Experience using social media metrics and analytics to evaluate performance and recommend improvements. Good working knowledge of Microsoft applications, social media management, monitoring and scheduling tools, and design and content-editing software. The ability to work collaboratively and advise colleagues and internal stakeholders, including senior leaders. Awareness of safeguarding, privacy and risk management in online spaces, particularly when working with sensitive topics and vulnerable audiences. A demonstrable commitment to Victim Support's values and to equality, diversity and inclusion. About us Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. Victim Support is committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosure and Barring Service checks may be required. At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. How to apply To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered and started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
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Social Worker - CLA04414
Clackmannanshire Council - Alloa
£43,161.29 to £47,924.54 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Description Social Worker Early Intervention Team - Adult Social Care The Early Intervention Team is a multidisciplinary Adult Social Care service comprising Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, and Social Care Officers. The team plays a vital role in supporting Clackmannanshire Council's strategic aim of delivering the right care, at the right time, in the right place. Providing a robust and responsive "front door" service, the team undertakes initial triage, proportionate assessment, and short-term intervention to ensure individuals receive timely support and that needs are resolved at the earliest opportunity wherever possible. Through a strengths-based and preventative approach, the team promotes independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes for adults and unpaid carers. About the Role This is a dynamic and rewarding frontline social work role within the Early Intervention Team. As a key member of our multidisciplinary service, you will work directly with adults, carers, families, and partner agencies to provide timely assessments, interventions, and safeguarding responses. The role combines face-to-face practice within the community, office-based collaboration, and flexible home-working arrangements, offering a hybrid approach that supports effective service delivery while promoting work-life balance. Whilst the post benefits from hybrid working opportunities, it remains a highly visible and responsive frontline role, requiring regular direct contact with individuals, carers, professionals, and community partners across Clackmannanshire. Working within a fast-paced environment, you will utilise your professional knowledge and skills to assess need, manage risk, and develop person-centred support plans that enable adults to achieve positive outcomes and maintain independence within their communities. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and skilled Social Worker who is passionate about early intervention, safeguarding adults, promoting independence, and delivering high-quality, person-centred social work services as part of a supportive and collaborative team. Further Information For further information or an informal discussion about the post, please contact Laura Sleith, Team Leader, Early Intervention Team Additional Information Please note that due to a technical fault, the application pack has not attached to the job advert. Please email hrrecruitment@clacks.gov.uk to receive a copy of the application pack. You can view the application pack below which contains the job profile outlining the skills, experience and knowledge required for this job. You can also find our recruitment privacy notice and a general information pack about Clackmannanshire Council. Clackmannanshire Council welcomes applications from everyone and we value diversity in our workforce. We are committed to being an exemplar employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. For this vacancy, we would welcome applications from ethnic minority groups, who are currently under represented in our workforce. Clackmannanshire Council operates a flexible hybrid approach for those roles that allow this type of working. Attendance at the office will be required to meet the needs of the business and for example to build team and stakeholder relationships. The exact pattern of working will be agreed with you as part of the recruitment process. Clackmannanshire Council is a living wage accredited employer. This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and / or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. You will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by Clackmannanshire Council. Further guidance will follow in your conditional offer of employment on how to apply. Please note you will be required to pay for the cost of this application if your salary is over £38,000 per annum, which will be deducted from your first pay. Further information can be found here https://www.mygov.scot/pvg-scheme Should you have difficulty applying for a job online please call 01259 452244 (24 hrs) and leave your details along with the reference number of the post. Please note that if you are selected for interview you will be notified by e-mail. Please click this link to view a short video on what is expected when completing application forms for Clackmannanshire Council - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXaasgoGqmw
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Social Worker - MOR12071
Moray Council - Elgin
£46,502.95 to £50,989.25 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Job Description To provide a care and protection service which identifies, responds to and supports the needs of the children and young people and their families within Moray. Working jointly with children and their families across Moray to ensure that they are listened to and supported to identify and work through any challenges that they may be facing. Agreeing the supports that are of most helpful to them. Working alongside our partners within multiagency frameworks to ensure that children and their families are offered a transparent and inclusive service that gets alongside families and supports them when they need it. Requirements To make sure children are protected from harm and to take the necessary steps to ensure a coordinated response when children are not safe. To work directly with children, young people and their families to understand the challenges they are facing and help them to identify and overcome them. To promote the wellbeing of children, young people and their families. To undertake family informed risk and need based assessment work in a fast paced and high pressure environment. To be part of a responsive and solution focused duty team who provide a highly person centred rights based service to the children, young people and their families within Moray. The Individual Experience within child care/child protection setting. Experience of risk assessment and risk management in a child care setting. Experience of case management within a multi-agency environment. A Degree/CQSW/Diploma in Social Work and SSSC Registration. We will consider applications from Social Workers in Training in the final months of the Social Work Degree Course. Knowledge of, and ability to work effectively within, relevant child care legislation and practice. Good assessment and report writing skills. Good communication and mediation skills. Effective organisational and time management skills. Ability to reflect on practice and engage in a purposeful and reflective supervision. Excellent recording and record management skills. Knowledge of the needs of children who have experienced trauma in their lives. Ability to challenge practice appropriately. Ability to contribute to service development. Ability to work effectively with Area Team Social Workers and other agency staff. You will be expected to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Moray to meet the operational requirements of the Service. Due to the rural nature of Moray this is normally undertaken by use of a car/van. Effective communication skills; oral and written. Ability to work as part of a team and contribute to service development. Ability to deal with personal stress, and support carers in crisis. Be reliable and consistent. Appreciation, acceptance of and a commitment to the importance of confidentiality. Willingness to accept direction/delegation yet work independently to meet the needs of children and their families. Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs and demands of the service. Ability to work in an open plan/shared office. Ability to work in different offices dependent on service requirements. This post is considered to be a ‘Regulated Role’ under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. Under the Act it is a legal requirement for an individual undertaking a regulated role with children or protected adults to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme. Therefore, the successful candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to any formal offer of employment being made by Moray Council Closing Date: 23 October 2026 Starting Salary: £ 46502.95 Hourly Rate: £24.67 Hours: 36.25 hours a week Contact person: Amy Dougall / amy.dougall@moray.gov.uk / 01343 554370
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Social Worker - MOR12066
Moray Council - Elgin
£46,502.95 to £50,989.25 a year
HybridPermanentPart time
Job Description To provide a care and protection service which identifies, responds to and supports the needs of the children and young people and their families within Moray. Working jointly with children and their families across Moray to ensure that they are listened to and supported to identify and work through any challenges that they may be facing. Agreeing the supports that are of most helpful to them. Working alongside our partners within multiagency frameworks to ensure that children and their families are offered a transparent and inclusive service that gets alongside families and supports them when they need it. Requirements To make sure children are protected from harm and to take the necessary steps to ensure a coordinated response when children are not safe. To work directly with children, young people and their families to understand the challenges they are facing and help them to identify and overcome them. To promote the wellbeing of children, young people and their families. To undertake family informed risk and need based assessment work in a fast paced and high pressure environment. To be part of a responsive and solution focused duty team who provide a highly person centred rights based service to the children, young people and their families within Moray. The Individual Experience within child care/child protection setting. Experience of risk assessment and risk management in a child care setting. Experience of case management within a multi-agency environment. A Degree/CQSW/Diploma in Social Work and SSSC Registration. We will consider applications from Social Workers in Training in the final months of the Social Work Degree Course. Knowledge of, and ability to work effectively within, relevant child care legislation and practice. Good assessment and report writing skills. Good communication and mediation skills. Effective organisational and time management skills. Ability to reflect on practice and engage in a purposeful and reflective supervision. Excellent recording and record management skills. Knowledge of the needs of children who have experienced trauma in their lives. Ability to challenge practice appropriately. Ability to contribute to service development. Ability to work effectively with Area Team Social Workers and other agency staff. You will be expected to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Moray to meet the operational requirements of the Service. Due to the rural nature of Moray this is normally undertaken by use of a car/van. Effective communication skills; oral and written. Ability to work as part of a team and contribute to service development. Ability to deal with personal stress, and support carers in crisis. Be reliable and consistent. Appreciation, acceptance of and a commitment to the importance of confidentiality. Willingness to accept direction/delegation yet work independently to meet the needs of children and their families. Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs and demands of the service. Ability to work in an open plan/shared office. Ability to work in different offices dependent on service requirements. This post is considered to be a ‘Regulated Role’ under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. Under the Act it is a legal requirement for an individual undertaking a regulated role with children or protected adults to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme. Therefore, the successful candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to any formal offer of employment being made by Moray Council Closing Date: 23 October 2026 Starting Salary: £ 46,502.95 (pro -rata) Hourly Rate: £24.67 Hours: 21.75 hours a week Contact person: Amy Dougall / amy.dougall@moray.gov.uk / 01343 554370
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Social Worker - DEE06735
Dundee City Council - Dundee
£43,910 to £50,335 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Job Description Working in a hybrid style, based at home and The Crescent office, you will work full time, 37 hours per week. If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please contact Bernadette Black on 01382 438275 or email bernadette.black@dundeecity.gov.uk Requirements You will have a Social Work Degree, CQSW, Dip SW, CSS (with appropriate option), Responsibilities You will provide an effective high quality social work service to children and families. You will assist children and families to live safely in the community and so prevent reception into care. You will work with children in care towards rehabilitation with their families of origin or towards permanent placement with substitute families. The Individual You will be able to demonstrate knowledge of child care and protection practice, legislation and be committed to multi-agency working and bring a positive attitude to your work. You will have experience of working with children and families and understand the needs of children who are ‘looked after’. You will have commitment to promotion of positive outcomes for children and young people. You must be able to communicate effectively with children, involving families and carers in decision making processes. You will have the ability to undertake comprehensive assessments within given timescales. You will be able to work beyond normal hours when needs of children and families require this. You must be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council within a specified timeframe. This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme update check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made by Dundee City Council.
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Social Worker - DEE06440
Dundee City Council - Dundee
£43,910 to £50,335 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Job Description Working in a hybrid style, based at home and Downfield office, you will work full time, 37 hours per week. If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please contact Jodie Smith on 07769286491 or email jodie.smith@dundeecity.gov.uk Requirements You will have a Social Work Degree, CQSW, Dip SW, CSS (with appropriate option), Responsibilities You will provide an effective high quality social work service to children and families. You will assist children and families to live safely in the community and so prevent reception into care. You will work with children in care towards rehabilitation with their families of origin or towards permanent placement with substitute families. The Individual You will be able to demonstrate knowledge of child care and protection practice, legislation and be committed to multi-agency working and bring a positive attitude to your work. You will have experience of working with children and families and understand the needs of children who are ‘looked after’. You will have commitment to promotion of positive outcomes for children and young people. You must be able to communicate effectively with children, involving families and carers in decision making processes. You will have the ability to undertake comprehensive assessments within given timescales. You will be able to work beyond normal hours when needs of children and families require this. You must be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council within a specified timeframe. This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme update check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made by Dundee City Council.
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Social Worker - ABS48651
Aberdeenshire Council - Huntly
£46,361 to £48,290 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Description The Huntly Children and Families Team consists of one team manager, eight social workers, three family support workers and two children’s support coordinators. We are a supportive and friendly group, many of whom have been part of the Huntly team for several years. We are looking for a motivated individual who prioritises relationship-based work and who values collaborative. working to join their team. Provide a professional field social work services to children, families, individuals and groups within current legislation, policies and procedures of Aberdeenshire Council through working in partnership with service users, other professionals and agencies within the wider community. 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 Kirsty Yau - 01467 539907 For more information about living and working in Aberdeenshire, please click here Please feel free to read our guidance on Requesting Reasonable Adjustments at Interview, Guaranteed Interview and how to request Alternate Formats and Communication Support A Privacy Notice giving you information on the data we hold on you, what we do with that data, who we share your data with and your rights under GDPR is available here. Alternatively, we can send a copy if you ask us to by emailing askhr@aberdeenshire.gov.uk. 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 2 references, 1 of which must be your current or most recent employer.
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Social Worker - ABS48621
Aberdeenshire Council - Banff
£46,361 to £48,290 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
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 For more information about living and working in Aberdeenshire, please click here Please feel free to read our guidance on Requesting Reasonable Adjustments at Interview, Guaranteed Interview and how to request Alternate Formats and Communication Support A Privacy Notice giving you information on the data we hold on you, what we do with that data, who we share your data with and your rights under GDPR is available here. Alternatively, we can send a copy if you ask us to by emailing askhr@aberdeenshire.gov.uk 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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Social Worker - ABS48512
Aberdeenshire Council - Inverurie
£46,361 to £48,290 a year
On-siteTemporaryFull time
Job Description An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our busy Justice Social Work Team across Central and South Aberdeenshire. This is a full time fixed term post based primarily at the Inverurie Office, however, there will be a requirement for the successful candidate to travel to other offices covered by our team such as Huntlly, Banchory, Ellon, and Stonehaven. All applicants must therefore hold a valid driving licence and have access to their own vehicle. This is a Qualified Social Worker post, therefore all applicants must also hold a relevant Social Work Degree or other similar Social Work Qualification. Working hours are generally Monday to Friday within office hours, however there may be a need to be available for occasional evening or weekend work. The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of Justice Social Work covering from people's initial Court appearance, to thereafter following their journey through our service. There will be various training and development opportunities, and you will be joining an experienced and supportive team who will continually promote new learning experiences for you. Fixed Term for a period not exceeding: 31 October 2027 Informal enquiries to Kirsty Milne - 01467 538331 For more information about living and working in Aberdeenshire, please click here Please feel free to read our guidance on Requesting Reasonable Adjustments at Interview, Guaranteed Interview and how to request Alternate Formats and Communication Support A Privacy Notice giving you information on the data we hold on you, what we do with that data, who we share your data with and your rights under GDPR is available here. Alternatively, we can send a copy if you ask us to by emailing askhr@aberdeenshire.gov.uk 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 2 references, one of which must be your current or most recent employer.
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Social Worker - DGA13726
Dumfries and Galloway Council - Dumfries
£44,394 to £47,604 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Description Social Worker – Complex Care (Learning Disability) East Team (16/1449) Dumfries/Annan Band 10 £44,394 - £47,604 A permanent Social Worker position has become available in the Complex Care and Support East Team for 36 hours per week. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team which has strong social work principles and values, and is motivated, committed, and enthusiastic about the adults and families they work with. The team is creative, and solution focussed, where innovative ideas which will improve our service are welcomed. There is a defined culture of learning and practice development within the team, as well as a focus on supporting staff wellbeing and morale. It is a great opportunity to work with adults with learning disabilities and neurodiverse conditions and build up skills and knowledge in this area. The East LD Team cover Nithsdale, Upper Nithsdale and Annandale & Eskdale, with office bases in Mountainhall Treatment Centre (Dumfries) and Annan Town Hall. Your primary responsibility will be to assess the needs and risks of /to service users in their own homes, hospitals, and supported/ residential homes. This is done in conjunction with service users, their families &/or carers and other members of the multi-disciplinary team in the community. Experience of working with adults with learning disabilities and complex needs would be beneficial. Knowledge of community services in the statutory, third and independent sectors for adults with complex needs would also be beneficial. You will be expected to practice using protective legislation, in particular the Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007 in addition to Community Care Legislation. A good working knowledge of Self- Directed Support would also be valuable. You will need to have excellent communication, assessment, analytical and organisational skills. You will need to prepare assessments of need and risk and be able to prepare plans that flow from these. You will be committed to evidence-based practice and will receive good support, regular supervision and practice development sessions, and opportunities for learning and training. A Dip/SW/CQSW/CSS qualification or equivalent is essential as is registration with the Scottish Council for Social Services. A current driving licence is an essential requirement of this post. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence, consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged. Requirements This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council. Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident. With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over eight hundred discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions. Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity, and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness, and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation. For further information please contact Laura Copland, Senior Social Worker on 07834567906 or Olivia Ford, Team Manager on 07717450811
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