Adults Social Worker – Integrated Neighbourhood Team
Job Specialism: Social Worker – Adults
Location: Manchester, UK
Pay Rate: £30.00 per hour
Contract Type: Locum
Contract Length: Ongoing
Working Pattern: Part Time / Full Time
Job Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Adults Social Worker to join the Integrated Neighbourhood Team in Manchester.
This ongoing locum position offers a competitive hourly rate of £30.00 with the flexibility of part-time or full-time working. You will be delivering high-quality, person-centred social work within a multidisciplinary neighbourhood team, supporting adults with complex needs to live as independently and safely as possible.
This role is ideal for a social worker who enjoys varied, fast-paced frontline practice, multi-agency working, and making a direct impact in the community.
Perks and Benefits
Part Time / Full Time: Enjoy the flexibility to balance your work and personal life with a working pattern that suits you.
Hourly Pay: Earn £30.00 per hour, giving you excellent control over your income and workload.
Professional Development: Access ongoing training and development to keep your practice current and progressive.
Diverse Caseload: Work with a wide range of adults and needs, ensuring no two days are the same.
Supportive Team Environment: Be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team where learning and support are actively encouraged.
Locum Flexibility: Benefit from the freedom, variety, and career control that locum work provides.
What You Will Do
Manage a diverse caseload of adults with complex needs, including older adults, people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and mental health needs.
Complete Care Act assessments and support plans using a strengths-based, person-centred approach.
Lead and contribute to safeguarding enquiries and multi-agency safeguarding processes.
Undertake Mental Capacity Act assessments and Best Interests decisions, including involvement in DoLS or LPS processes where required.
Work closely with health colleagues to support admission avoidance, discharge planning, and community-based interventions.
Promote independence and wellbeing through the use of community resources and preventative services.
Coordinate complex care packages and commission services in line with council procedures.
Participate in multi-disciplinary meetings, case discussions, and care planning forums.
Maintain high-quality, timely, and accurate case recording in line with statutory and local requirements.
Requirements
Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work.
Registered with Social Work England.
Completion of ASYE or equivalent post-qualifying experience.
Experience working in Adult Social Care.
Good working knowledge of:
Care Act 2014
Mental Capacity Act 2005
Safeguarding Adults procedures
Ability to manage complex cases, work autonomously, and operate effectively within a multidisciplinary environment.
Why Manchester?
Manchester is a thriving cultural hub and a fantastic place to live and work. With its rich history, vibrant communities, world-class music and arts scene, and excellent transport links, it offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle enjoyment.
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