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

  • Hunter Gatherer AHP & Mental Health
  • Orkney, Orkney Islands
  • Sep 09, 2025
Full time Healthcare & Medical

Job Description

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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