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Social Worker - Mental Health Officer - Adult Social Work - SIC08839
Social Worker / Mental Health Officer – Adult Social Work
Grantfield, Lerwick, Shetland £48,657.11 – £50,626.38 per annum (inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance)
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Social Worker (Mental Health Officer, MHO) within the Adult Social Work Team in Shetland. This team supports adults with diverse and often complex needs, but the MHO has a specialised caseload, working closely with the Community Mental Health Team and other partner agencies. While the role can be challenging, it is also highly rewarding.
The Adult Social Work Team is a supportive and collaborative environment, offering:
- Regular supervision
- Manageable workloads
- Extensive training opportunities
Key Benefits
By joining Shetland Islands Council as a Social Worker, you’ll enjoy:
- Working in a supportive team
- Great training and career development
- Excellent terms and conditions
- Distant Islands Allowance (£2,997 per annum, included in salary)
- Comprehensive relocation package
- Variety in workload, with opportunities to work across multiple island communities
- Stress-free commute (working on-island)
- Balanced work/life hours
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Qualifications & Experience
This role is open to: ✅ Registered Social Workers holding a Mental Health Officer (MHO) award qualification ✔ If no suitable applicants have the MHO qualification, alternatively, application will be considered from those with an equivalent UK qualification, such as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)
Key Responsibilities
(Detailed in the full [Job Profile] and [Person Specification] available on the [Shetland Council website][1])
About Shetland
Shetland offers a unique, enriching lifestyle combining:
- Stunning natural landscapes
- Friendly communities
- A thriving, diverse economy
- A culture of work/life balance
- World-class schools and amenities
The islands blend wild beauty, rich heritage, and modern opportunity—making them an ideal place to live and work.
Further Information
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- Salary: Full-time permanent (37 hours/week), paid annually across 52.18 weeks.
- Optional: Flexible working arrangements may be discussed.
- Travel: Must be able to travel across Shetland at short notice (public transport is limited).
- Relocation: Package available.
- PVG Scheme: Protecting Vulnerable Groups check required before offer.
- Registration: Must register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) upon starting.
- Rota Duty: Will be on-call (MHO office and wider Social Work duties) as needed.
For full details or application support, contact: Eleanor Stewart, Team Leader 📞 01595 744400 ✉ eleanor.stewart@shetland.gov.uk
[Accommodation assistance available upon request. For accessibility needs, call 01595 744032.]
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