social services jobs in Scottish Borders

You will be expected to work only 2 day in the office per week! Youll also receive the exclusive Leaders in Care loyalty bonus a top up on the standard pay rate for that council (minimum £1p/h). As for senior managers, they are supportive, reassuring and conduct supervision regularly.

You will also arrange, attend and take minutes for both services.

You will also provide valuable support to help guide staff through a period of change as we introduce digital transformation.

We are searching for a resilient and dedicated social care worker passionate about improving the quality of life for vulnerable people. This position centers on building trusting, professional relationships with service users, offering sustained emotional encouragement, and promoting positive engagement in educational or recreational daily life activities. Core tasks involve assisting clients in...

You will have a demonstrable track record at this level and be able to evidence experience of significant transformational change.

You will be a proven leader who has led large teams through whole-system cultural change, with the ability to identify learning and development opportunities to improve the team's productivity, capabilities, and competencies.

Locum Children & Families Social WorkerLocation: Duns (1 vacancy) & Hawick (1 vacancy)Rate: £25–£40 per hourContract: Locum / OngoingStart Date: ASAPWe 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...

At Whiddon, we are passionate about enriching the lives of the individuals we care for, along with their families and the communities in which we are based. Our relationship-based care model is what makes our roles purpose driven; building relationships with our residents based on individual interests and needs means this is more than just a job, it is about the friendships we create that helps...

You will also be responsible for oversight of your own case load; reviewing support packages and providing direct support to children and their families. We are a growing team with lots of opportunity to be part of our ongoing development of the. We work with Self directed Legislation to meet best outcomes for our children and are creative in developing support packages.

You will have a demonstrable track record at this level and be able to evidence experience of significant transformational change.

You will be a proven leader who has led large teams through whole-system cultural change, with the ability to identify learning and development opportunities to improve the team's productivity, capabilities, and competencies.

You will be expected to work only 2 day in the office per week! You’ll also receive the exclusive Leaders in Care loyalty bonus – a top up on the standard pay rate for that council (minimum £1p/h). As for senior managers, they are supportive, reassuring and conduct supervision regularly.

You will contribute to all aspects of childcare and education in the ELC setting and take an active part in other appropriate duties as required.

Job Description Job Title: Relief Night Support Worker Location: St Ronan's Residential Home, Innerleithen Hours: Casual/Relief Contract: Casual/Relief Salary*: £13.89 - £14.49 per hour / £26,804.69 - £28,155.19 pro rata per annum Qualifications: SVQ2 or equivalent is desirable but not essential. You can earn whilst you learn! Training: All training is provided. Requirements: PVG Adults –...

You will also implement strategies for the Council’s use of social and digital media channels and support senior officers to maximise engagement and reach.

You will help improve the Council’s digital presence and user experience, ensuring content is accurate, accessible and customer focused.

Job Description Job Title: Relief Support Worker Location: Saltgreen's Residential Home, Eyemouth Contract: Casual/Relief Salary*: £13.89 - £14.49 per hour / £26,804.69 - £28,155.19 pro rata per annum Qualifications: SVQ2 or equivalent is desirable but not essential. You can earn whilst you learn! Training: All training is provided. Requirements: PVG Adults – we will do this for you! SSSC...

Job Description Job Title: Relief Laundry Assistant Location: Grove House, Kelso Hours: Casual/Relief Contract: Casual/Relief Salary*: £13.06 per hour/ £25,196.44 pro rata per annum Requirements: PVG Adults – we will do this for you! The Role: • Ensure that all service users clothing, linen, and other related articles are laundered to a high standard. • Ensure a high standard of...

You will also be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of service users and staff within the building. This role will involve supporting staff to provide a high standard of care to service users and to be the lead member of staff when dealing with critical unplanned events which involve contacting Out of Hours Managers and/or emergency services.

Job Description Job Title: Relief Assistant Cook Location: St Ronan's Residential Home, Innerleithen Salary*: £13.06 per hour/£25,196.44 pro rata per annum Hours: Relief/Casual Contract: Relief/Casual Requirements: PVG Adults – we will do this for you! The Role Assist the cook in the care home to ensure that the specified service delivery is met. Cover in absence of cook in the day to day...

Job Description Job Title: Relief Assistant Cook Location: Saltgreen's Residential Home, Eyemouth Salary: £13.06 per hour/£25,196.44 pro rata per annum Contract: Relief/Casual Requirements: PVG Adults – we will do this for you! The Role Assist the cook in the care home to ensure that the specified service delivery is met. Cover in absence of cook in the day to day running of the kitchen....

Job Description Job Title: Relief Support Worker - Day Shift Location: St Ronan's Residential Home, Innerleithen Hours: Casual/Relief Contract: Casual/Relief Salary*: £13.89 - £14.49 per hour / £26,804.69 - £28,155.19 pro rata per annum Qualifications: SVQ2 or equivalent is desirable but not essential. You can earn whilst you learn! Training: All training is provided. Requirements: PVG...

Job Description Job Title: Relief Night Support Worker Location: Grove House, Kelso Hours: Casual/Relief Contract: Casual/Relief Salary*: £13.89 - £14.49 per hour / £26,804.69 - £28,155.19 pro rata per annum (15% pay enhancement between 10pm-6am for Night Support Workers) Qualifications: SVQ2 or equivalent is desirable but not essential. You can earn whilst you learn! Training: All...

Job Description Job Title: Night Support Worker Location: Saltgreens Residential Home, Eyemouth Hours: 10.25 hours per week Salary*: £13.89 - £14.59 per hour / £26,804.69 - £28,155.19 pro rata per annum Qualifications: SVQ2 or equivalent is desirable but not essential. You can earn whilst you learn! Training: All training is provided. Requirements: PVG Adults – we will do this for you!...