Band 6 SCIM-Trained Social Worker - Orkney Islands Council - £38.00PH - Accommodation & Travel Suppo

Band 6 SCIM-Trained Social Worker – Orkney Islands Council – £38.00PH – Accommodation & Travel Support Included

Hunter Mental Health are supporting Orkney Islands Council with a Band 6 SCIM-trained Social Worker vacancy based in the beautiful Orkney Islands.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to take on a fully supported relocation contract in a scenic, community-focused location, with extensive expenses covered for eligible workers.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Delivering frontline statutory social work services within Orkney Islands Council’s Social Work team, utilising your SCIM training

• Working with adults, families, or children depending on your experience and service needs

• Supporting service users through care planning, risk assessment, safeguarding practices, and implementing SCIM approaches

• Collaborating with local services, carers, and multidisciplinary teams to provide high-quality, person-centred interventions

• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with council policies and legislation

Requirements & Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with valid registration

• SCIM training and experience applying SCIM principles in statutory social work essential

• Previous statutory social work experience required

• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively

• Flexibility to work full-time hours onsite in Orkney (minimum 3 weeks onsite per month if extended beyond 3 months)

• Availability to start on or near 28 July 2025

Working Hours & Contract Duration

• Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm (full-time)

• Start date: 28 July 2025 (or as close as possible)

• Contract duration: 3 months initially, with review for extension

• Rate: £38.00PH

• Location: Orkney Islands, Scotland

Additional Benefits

• Accommodation support: rent covered up to £600 per month

• Council tax paid by the council

• Travel costs covered to and from Orkney at the start and end of the assignment

• One return trip home per month if your main residence is outside Orkney

Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health?

• Sector specialists who understand your role and SCIM practice

• Weekly payroll and dedicated compliance support

• Access to roles across the UK including relocation and remote opportunities

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