Job Description

Locum Children & Families Social Worker

Location: Duns (1 vacancy) & Hawick (1 vacancy)
Rate: £25–£40 per hour
Contract: Locum / Ongoing
Start Date: ASAP

We are currently recruiting two experienced Locum Children & Families Social Workers to join supportive and well‑established teams in Duns and Hawick. These are excellent opportunities for practitioners seeking stability, manageable caseloads, and a positive multi‑agency working environment.

Key Responsibilities

* Undertake assessments of need and risk

* Develop and review outcome‑focused care and protection plans

* Carry out child protection work, including Section 47 enquiries and core groups

* Work directly with children, young people, and families

* Maintain clear, accurate, and timely case records

* Participate in team meetings, multi‑agency discussions, and supervision

Requirements

* Social Work qualification (DipSW, C...

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