Social Worker - Practice Team (0-26) in Edinburgh, Midlothian

Social Worker – Practice Team (0–26)
Location: Just outside of Edinburgh (Hybrid Working)
Pay Rate: £42 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 Practice Team (0–26) supporting children, young people, and young adults just outside of Edinburgh. 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 Social Worker jobs in Practice Teams, 0–26 social work roles, or local authority social work contracts near Edinburgh.

The Role – Social Worker, Practice Team (0–26)

As a Social Worker within the Practice Team (0–26), you will work across a broad age range, supporting children, young people, and young adults up to 26 years old. You will deliver statutory social work interventions, assessments, and care planning in line with legislation, policy, and best practice.

You will work collaboratively with families and multi-agency partners to promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive long-term outcomes.

Key Responsibilities – Social Worker (Practice Team 0–26)

• Undertake statutory assessments for children, young people, and young adults

• Manage cases across the 0–26 age range, including transitions to adult services

• Develop and implement care, support, and protection plans

• Complete high-quality reports and attend reviews, meetings, and case conferences

• Carry out direct work with service users and families

• Work collaboratively with education, health, and third-sector partners

• Maintain accurate and timely case records in line with local authority standards

• Identify and manage risk effectively, using sound professional judgement

Requirements

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification

• Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)

• Post-qualifying experience in children’s, families, or transitions social work

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and transition planning

• Ability to manage a statutory caseload across a varied age range

• 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 Social Work, Children’s Services, and Local Authority roles 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.

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