Adults Social Worker – Safeguarding #000A1F661

Semester.co.uk; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Semester Recruitment is looking for two experienced Mental Health Social Workers for Salford City Council's Community Mental Health Services. The roles involve reviewing care packages, ensuring compliance with legislation, and delivering quality social care within a collaborative team environment. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in adult mental health settings and must be registered with Social Work England. This is a long-term temporary post with flexible working opportunities.

Benefits

Free ongoing training

Competitive pay rates

In-house payroll with weekly payments

Enhanced DBS clearance

Support from an approachable, friendly team

Dedicated consultant

Various opportunities in your preferred area

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in adult mental health or statutory social care roles.
• Strong knowledge of Care Act 2014 and Mental Health Act 1983.
• Willingness to undergo employment history and reference checks as per local authority standards.

Responsibilities

• Completing statutory 12-month reviews of mental health care packages.
• Ensuring compliance with the Care Act and Mental Health Act.
• Delivering high-quality, person-centred social care interventions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Professional qualification in social work

Social Work England registration

Job description

Adults Social Worker – Safeguarding #000A1F661

Mental Health Social Worker – Commissioning & Review Officer (x2)
Salford – Prescott House (Little Hulton) & Ramsgate House (Lower Broughton)
Interim | Adult Social Care | Office-Based with Some Flexibility

Semester Recruitment is working with Salford City Council to recruit two experienced Social Workers for their Community Mental Health Services as Commissioning and Review Officers.

These roles are based within integrated community mental health teams (CMHTs) as part of a Section 75 partnership with Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, delivering Adult Social Care within a multidisciplinary framework.

Responsibilities include:

1. Completing statutory 12-month reviews of mental health care packages
2. Ensuring compliance with the Care Act and Section 117 of the Mental Health Act
3. Delivering high-quality, person-centred, and strengths-based social care interventions
4. Working collaboratively with other Review Officers across Salford’s CMHTs
5. Managing out-of-area placement reviews and maintaining accurate case records
6. Contributing to the effective commissioning of services, promoting outcomes and value for money

Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in adult mental health or statutory social care roles
• Strong knowledge of Care Act 2014, Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007)
• Ability to travel across Salford and out-of-area placements (car driver essential)
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Willingness to undergo employment history and reference checks as per local authority standards

This is primarily office-based at Prescott House or Ramsgate House, with some hybrid working depending on service needs. The team environment is collaborative and supportive.

Interested in making a meaningful impact in mental health social care? Apply today or contact Semester Recruitment for more details.

CVs are being reviewed now – don’t miss out. This is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

Essential criteria include:

• 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
• Competitive pay rates
• In-house payroll with weekly payments
• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Support from an approachable, friendly team
• Dedicated consultant
• Various opportunities in your preferred area

For more information or to apply, click the ‘Apply’ button.