Criminal Justice Social Worker

Are you a qualified Social Worker with a passion for criminal justice, reducing reoffending, and supporting positive community outcomes?

Job Title: Criminal Justice Social Worker

Location: Dundee (Multiple sites / Hybrid)

Contract Duration: Minimum 3 Months (Strong possibility of extension)

Pay Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate (Weekly Payroll)

Work Model: Flexible / Locum

Randstad Social Care is seeking an experienced Criminal Justice Social Worker to join a dedicated, supportive team in Dundee. This position offers an exciting opportunity to manage complex justice caseloads, conduct court-mandated reports, and work closely with individuals within the criminal justice system while enjoying flexible working patterns and comprehensive travel and accommodation support.

Whether you are local to the area or looking to relocate for a contract role, this post offers fantastic flexibility and rewarding statutory justice social work practice.

• Court Reports & Assessments: Prepare high-quality, analytical criminal justice reports (including Criminal Justice Social Work Reports / CJSWRs) for the courts, Parole Board, and children's hearings where applicable.
• Caseload Management & Supervision: Manage a complex caseload of individuals subject to community-based sentences, court orders, or post-release supervision, utilizing evidence-based risk assessment tools (such as LS/CMI, Caledonia, or SARA).
• Offender Rehabilitation & Risk Management: Conduct robust risk assessments and implement targeted intervention plans to manage risk, and promote behavioral change.
• Multi-Agency Collaboration: Partner closely with the Scottish Prison Service (SPS), Police Scotland, NHS health services, housing agencies, and local voluntary sector organisations.
• Statutory Compliance & Record Keeping: Maintain precise, up-to-date case records and legal documentation in line with national standards and local authority guidelines.

• Professional Registration: Active registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) (or registered with Social Work England with eligibility to switch).
• Vetting: Valid membership in the PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) scheme.
• Qualifications: Recognised Degree or Diploma in Social Work (BA Hons, DipSW, MSc).
• Experience & Specialisms: Proven post-qualifying experience in statutory Criminal Justice Social Work. Training or experience in risk and need assessment tools (e.g., LS/CMI, Caledonia, SARA) is highly advantageous.

• Travel & Accommodation Support: Full assistance with sourcing and funding accommodation and travel arrangements if relocating or traveling for the contract.
• Competitive Pay: Outstanding hourly rate with hassle-free weekly payroll.
• Flexible Working: Weekday and weekend flexibility tailored to suit your schedule.
• Free Continuous Training: Complimentary courses to support your CPD (Continuous Professional Development) and maintain your SSSC registration.
• Dedicated Recruitment Consultant: A single point of contact at Randstad to support you throughout your assignment.
• £300 Referral Scheme: Earn £300 in vouchers for every qualified colleague you refer to us (T&Cs apply).
• Contributory Pension Scheme.

If you are an enthusiastic, dedicated Social Worker ready to make a real difference in criminal justice, we want to hear from you!

• Apply Directly: Click APPLY to submit your CV.
• Contact Consultant: Reach out directly to Robbie Finlay on [phone removed] or email for a confidential chat about the role.

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Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

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