Social Worker - Community Justice Team (lscmi Trained) in East Lothian, East Lothian

Social Worker – Community Justice Team (LSCMI Trained)
Location: East Lothian (Hybrid Working)
Pay Rate: £40–£43 per hour
Contract: Temporary / Agency
Working Pattern: Hybrid working with a condensed 4-day week available if preferred

Seven Resourcing are recruiting an experienced Social Worker to join a Community Justice Team in East Lothian. This role offers flexible hybrid working, a competitive hourly rate, and the option of a condensed four-day working week, supporting an excellent work–life balance.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates seeking Community Justice Social Worker jobs in East Lothian, Criminal Justice Social Work roles, or local authority social work contracts within a public protection and risk management setting.

The Role – Social Worker, Community Justice Team

As a Social Worker within the Community Justice Team, you will deliver statutory Criminal Justice Social Work services, focusing on public protection, risk assessment, and effective supervision of individuals subject to statutory orders and licence conditions. You will work in partnership with justice agencies and local services to reduce reoffending and manage risk within the community.

Your work will support the responsibilities of the Responsible Authority under the Management of Offenders (Scotland) Act 2005, with a strong emphasis on structured assessment and risk management.

Key Responsibilities – Social Worker (Community Justice)

• Undertake comprehensive risk assessments using LSCMI

• Develop and review risk management and supervision plans

• Supervise individuals subject to statutory orders and licence conditions

• Deliver evidence-based interventions to reduce offending behaviour

• Prepare high-quality reports for courts, parole, and multi-agency forums

• Contribute to MAPPA processes and public protection planning

• Work collaboratively with justice, health, housing, and third-sector partners

• Maintain accurate, timely case records in line with local authority requirements

Requirements

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification

• Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)

• LSCMI training is essential

• Experience in Criminal Justice or Community Justice Social Work

• Strong knowledge of risk assessment and public protection frameworks

• Ability to manage complex, high-risk caseloads effectively

• Excellent assessment, communication, and report-writing skills

• Ability to work effectively within a hybrid and flexible working model

Why Work with Seven Resourcing?

Seven Resourcing is a leading recruitment agency for Criminal Justice Social Work, Community Justice roles, and Local Authority contracts across the UK. With over 3,000 Excellent reviews on Trustpilot and more than 20 industry awards, we are committed to providing high-quality roles, competitive pay, and dedicated support throughout your contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking Community Justice Social Worker roles, LSCMI-trained social work jobs, £40–£43 per hour social work contracts, or flexible hybrid social work roles in East Lothian.

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