Job Description

LOCATION:


2 High Street Perth, PH1 5PH


SALARY:


77,784 - 83,809 per year


CONTRACT TYPE:


Permanent


POSITION TYPE:


Full Time


HOURS:


36 hours per week


WORK FROM HOME:


Hybrid



We currently have the following opportunity:



Senior Service Manager / Depute Chief Social Work Officer - PKC12960

77,784 - 83,809

2 High Street, Perth PH1 5PH



In Perth and Kinross Council our values of compassion, integrity and ambition are central to everything we do. If you share our values and want to be part of a team that is committed to supporting the delivery of high-quality, evidence based person-centred practice, that is rooted in safe care, we would like to hear from you.



We are seeking an experienced, skilled and passionate Senior Service Manager who will support the Strategic Lead /Chief Social Work Officer to lead services within Children, Families and Justice Social Work. This role requires the post holder to deputise for the Chief Social Work Officer as required. The post provides an excellent opportunity to influence the organisation at a senior level and ensure that the unique role of social work is understood, valued and championed within the Council, Health and Social Care Partnership and with partner organisations. In addition, the post provides a unique opportunity to lead the social work profession along with the Chief Social Work Officer through key strategic and operational relationships.



As Senior Service Manager, you will ensure effective financial oversight and controls are in place to ensure best value for the Council. You will be responsible for performance management and quality assurance across Children, Families and Justice Social Work; focused on delivering agreed outcomes as outlined in our Strategic Plan. You will provide positive and compassionate value-based leadership to empower our workforce, to create a lasting difference for those they work with and their wider communities.



You will provide support and supervision to managers and other staff for whom the Strategic Lead/Chief Social Work Officer has responsibility, including coaching and mentoring as appropriate. As Depute Chief Social Work Officer you will be expected to undertake the Post Graduate Diploma - Chief Social Work Officer.



If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity and contribute to the success of our social work services, apply now and join us in making a positive impact in our community.



Interviews will be held on Friday 03 October 2025.

Skills & Experience Required

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Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage a team of social work professionals to deliver high-quality services to our community. Develop and implement strategic plans to improve service delivery and outcomes for service users. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures. Collaborate with other agencies and stakeholders to promote integrated working and best practices. Provide expert advice and support to the council, elected members, staff, service users, and their families.

Essential Criteria:

A degree in Social Work or equivalent Social Work qualification. Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). Significant experience in a senior management role within social work. Strong leadership and management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

What We Offer:

A supportive and inclusive working environment. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. Competitive salary and benefits package. The chance to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families in Perth and Kinross.

A degree in Social Work or equivalent Social Work qualification.

Working at Perth & Kinross Council

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Our

values and behaviours

influence our work and support us in the delivery of our key priorities. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our

values and behaviours

.