Overview
Join Our CAMHS for Cared for Children (STARLAC) service as a Therapeutic Social Worker. Salford CAMHS for Cared for Children (STARLAC) is a partnership between Salford Children's Services and Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) CAMHS. This role focuses on emotional wellbeing and mental health using an attachment and trauma-informed approach. The post holder will be employed by the Fostering Service and situated within STARLAC as part of the multi-disciplinary clinical team, including psychologists, psychotherapists and mental health practitioners.
Interviews will be held Tuesday 25th November 2025. If shortlisted and invited to interview, you will be asked to complete a short presentation as part of the interview process.
What You Will Do (Responsibilities)
* Deliver high-quality therapeutic services to cared-for children, families, and carers.
* Support placements in crisis and prevent breakdowns.
* Lead emotional wellbeing consultations and parenting groups for foster carers.
* Provide training, reflective practice, and supervision to colleagues and carers.
* Collaborate with partner agencies to ensure robust mental health and safeguarding support.
What You Will Bring (Qualifications)
* A recognised social work qualification and 3+ years post-qualifying experience.
* Expertise in trauma-informed practice and therapeutic caregiving models.
* Strong assessment, formulation, and report-writing skills.
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
* Passion for professional development and reflective practice.
What We Offer (Benefits)
* Clinical supervision from CAMHS and line management from Fostering Service.
* Specialist training opportunities in mental health, therapeutic caregiving and trauma-informed practice.
* Access to over 200 online courses via Me-Learning.
* Tailored development including Practice Educator training, mentoring, and digital skills programmes.
* Opportunities to lead foster carer training and recruitment campaigns.
* A values-driven workplace built on Pride, Passion, People, and Personal Responsibility.
About Us
Salford City Council is dedicated to improving residents’ lives and developing a diverse and inclusive culture. We are proud of professional accreditations that champion this commitment.
Details
* Date posted: 23 October 2025
* Pay: £50,269 to £53,460 per year
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time
* Location: Unity House, Civic Centre, Chorley Road, Swinton, Greater Manchester, M27 5AW
Job responsibilities (summary orientation)
* Support placements in crisis to become stable and prevent placement breakdown.
* Support the emotional wellbeing of children and young people and support their carers to meet those needs.
* Understand Cared for Children processes and provide high-quality assessments with robust recommendations.
* Provide guidance to frontline social workers and support workers while managing complex caseloads.
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people across all duties.
Essential Experience & Qualifications
* Experience or willingness to learn electronic systems such as Liquid Logic and CAMHS PARIS.
Compliance & Registration
* Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of safeguarding requirements.
* Current UK professional registration required.
Employer
Employer: Salford City Council. Address: Unity House, Civic Centre, Chorley Road, Swinton, Greater Manchester, M27 5AW. Website: https://www.salford.gov.uk/
Note: This description reflects the role responsibilities and requirements and may include standard employer information.
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