Adults Social Worker – Mental Health#000A13E91

Semester.co.uk; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking Social Workers specializing in mental health and learning disabilities to support young adults transitioning from children’s services. The role offers competitive pay, flexible working options, and a two-year contract within a supportive team. Candidates must hold a Social Work degree and relevant registration, with responsibilities including assessments, care coordination, and collaborative work with other professionals.

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible working options

Up to 31 days leave

Salary-sacrifice schemes

Retail discounts

Wellbeing support

LGPS-equivalent pension

Qualifications

• Experience with young people having learning disabilities and/or mental health needs.
• Knowledge of Care Act, MCA & SEND/EHCP frameworks.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct strengths-based Care Act assessments and develop support plans.
• Work closely with various stakeholders to ensure seamless transitions.
• Prepare court statements and provide evidence when required.

Skills

Assessment

Report-writing

Partnership skills

Education

Degree in Social Work

Social Work England registration

Job description

Adults Social Worker – Mental Health#000A13E91

Transition Social Worker (Children ➜ Adults) – Learning Disability & Mental Health

Why this role?

Shape life-changing milestones – guide 17- to 25-year-olds as they transition from Children’s Services into Adult LD & MH support.

Work with complexity & variety – assessments, Care Act plans, court reports, Best-Interest decisions… no two days are the same.

Enjoy temp flexibility with stability – a two-year contract, weekly agency pay, and mileage reimbursement.

What you’ll do

• Assess & plan: Conduct strengths-based Care Act assessments, Mental Capacity decisions, and develop outcome-focused support plans.
• Coordinate care: Commission services, monitor delivery, and review changing needs for young people with learning disabilities, autism, and/or mental health conditions.
• Collaborate: Work closely with CAMHS, SEND, schools, health, and housing to ensure seamless transitions.
• Safeguard & evidence: Prepare court statements (DoLS, COP DOL, s21a) and provide evidence in court when required.
• Champion carers: Complete statutory Carer assessments and connect families to appropriate support.

What you’ll bring

• Social Work degree/DipSW & Social Work England registration.
• Proven experience with young people with learning disabilities and/or mental health needs, ideally around transition.
• Knowledge of the Care Act, MCA & SEND/EHCP frameworks.
• Strong assessment, report-writing, and partnership skills, plus a full UK driving license & car.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Band H+ hourly rate (paid weekly) – ask for details.
• Two years of guaranteed, meaningful work with a forward-thinking team that embodies the STRIVE values.
• Regular reflective supervision, funded CPD, and access to council training programs.
• Mileage, flexible working options, and up to 31 days leave on longer bookings.
• Staff perks: salary-sacrifice schemes, retail discounts, wellbeing support, and LGPS-equivalent pension via agency.

Ready to help young people take the next step?

Send your CV or a quick note of interest to [e-mail] or call 0161 419 9285 for an informal chat today.

Semester Recruitment & Tameside Council celebrate diversity and are proudly Disability Confident. All offers are subject to enhanced DBS & references.

Essential criteria:

• Degree in Social Work
• SWE Registration
• Right to work within the UK

This is a Long Term Temporary post starting ASAP.

Must have:

• A professional qualification in social work
• Social Work England registration
• Enhanced DBS/Update service
• References for the last 5 years of employment

Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk

• Free ongoing training opportunities upon registering
• Competitive pay rates
• In-house payroll with weekly payments
• Enhanced DBS completed
• Support from an approachable, dedicated team
• Dedicated and experienced consultant
• Various opportunities in your preferred area

Interested?

Click the ‘Apply’ button or contact us for more information about this role or other opportunities.