Social work Jobs
Social Worker - Council HQ - SBO10203
Scottish Borders council • Newtown St. Boswells, Melrose
Salary
£40k – £50k
Posted
21 July 2026
Sponsor match
high
Skilled WorkerWorker (A rating)
Role overview
Scottish Borders council is hiring a Social Worker - Council HQ - SBO10203 in Newtown St. Boswells, a social work role advertised as contract. The advertised salary is £40k – £50k. Scottish Borders council holds an active licence on the UK Home Office register of sponsors for the Skilled Worker route, which means it can sponsor a visa for this hire if it chooses to.
Job Details Grade: 9A Hourly Rate: £24.74 - £26.72 Salary 35 hours: £45,153.19 - £48,766.68 per annum Contract Duration: Permanent Role Purpose Scottish Borders Council are looking to recruit a highly motivated, qualified Social Worker to work as part of a specialist team charged with the task of delivery a high quality service to substitute carers (foster carers and prospective adopters). In return we offer a supportive team environment, flexible working, commitment to continuous professional …
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