Senior Social Worker (Hospital Discharge to Assess Team – Intermediate Care)
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Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Additional Payments: 6.7% Flexibility Payment, Essential Car User Allowance
Closing Date: 10 July 2025
Closing time: 11.59pm
Interview Method: In Person
This Role Is Subject To
2 References - Where possible we require 3 years' history.
* Qualification - Social Work Qualification and registration with Social Work England.
* Medical Clearance - Pre-placement health assessment (PPHA)
Essential Car Documentation- This post is a designated Essential Car User. Therefore, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work. You will receive the Essential Car User Allowance.
* DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) Clearance - This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.
We are looking for an Intermediate Care Senior Social Worker for the Central Manchester Community Hospital Discharge To Assess team.
The focus of the role is to achieve outstanding outcomes for all our citizens requiring social work assessment and care planning to ensure safe discharge from Central Manchester Intermediate Care Unit.
We are an integrated care team and works 7 days service. This is a busy and focused team, and the role holder should be a critical thinker, with the ability to manage risk and need, whilst maintaining flow through the system.
HDTA Central team is a stable and fully staffed team, and we are looking for a confident and committed senior social worker to join our management team.
For an informal discussion, Catherine Daum-Adetoyi at 07971620814
catherine.daum-adetoyi@manchester.gov.uk to arrange a convenient time to discuss the role.
The ideal Candidate should have extensive experience and skill in adult social care, and have good working knowledge of Social Work procedures within Hospital Discharge to Assess. Experience of working in intermediate care desirable.
The ideal candidate will have both formal and informal experience of supervising social workers and care assessors. Candidates should have the BIA or Practice Educator qualification or be willing to work towards these.
They should be a competent user of LiquidLogic system, have generally excellent IT skills across a range of systems.
We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.
Working for Manchester isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.
Our Manchester Is Our Vision For a Fairer, Greener, And Healthier City - a Vision Shaped By The People Of Manchester. It Guides Everything We Do At The Council And Is Brought To Life Through The Our Manchester Behaviours
* We take time to listen and understand
* We work together and trust each other
* We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
* We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
* We’re proud and passionate about Manchester
Benefits We Offer
* Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
* A buzzing pension - You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
* Enhanced parental and carers leave - Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
* Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
* Learn and grow - We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.
* A Good Employment Charter member - We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
* Up to 3 days volunteering leave - Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.
Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council
At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.
Support During the Process
* Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
* Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page. This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone.
Guaranteed Assessment Scheme
Requirements
We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:
* Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans
* Current or former care leavers
* Have a disability or long-term condition
When You Join Us
We’re a Disability Confident Employer, Offering
* A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
* Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
* A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.
For more information about the role or any adjustments, email jobs@manchester.gov.uk.
What We Will Need From You If You're Successful
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement ofemployment.
Pre-Employment Checks
Required
If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for. As a guide, these checks may include:
* Proof of Right to Work: You’ll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK.
* References: We’ll require references from your current and previous employer(s).
* Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required.
* Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role
* Driving Licence: If the role requires driving, we’ll need evidence of your valid driving licence.
These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve.
Other Relevant Information
We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.
For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached.
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