Adults Social Worker - Bury - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Bury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care recruitment agency is seeking qualified Social Workers for locum roles in Bury, England. The position offers competitive pay rates up to £32 per hour, strong support from Sanctuary Personnel, and opportunities for professional development in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in adults' services and current registration with Social Work England.

Benefits

Exclusive access to social work opportunities

Stability with potential contract extensions

Tailored consultant support

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Previous experience within adults’ services in the UK is required.

Responsibilities

• Support adults and their families as part of a local authority.
• Contribute to safeguarding and other diverse service areas.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker

Experience in adults' services

Willingness to complete compliance checks

Education

Degree or diploma in Social Work

Job description

Sanctuary Personnel, a leading and highly rated social care recruitment agency, is looking for Social Workers to join adult services in Bury. Don’t just take our word for it—check us out on TrustPilot and hear from social work professionals already working with us.

With pay rates of £30 per hour for Social Workers and up to £32 per hour for Senior Social Workers, this is an excellent opportunity for practitioners considering their next locum placement.

Haven’t worked as a locum before? No problem—you’ll be fully supported by Sanctuary, and here’s why:

• Exclusive access – Social work opportunities not available through other agencies.
• Stability – Thanks to strong client partnerships, we often secure contract extensions to minimise breaks between roles.
• Permanent career options – If you’d prefer a permanent role during your placement, our permanent recruitment team can help.
• Tailored consultant support – Regular check-ins with a consultant who understands adults’ social work practice.

Candidate requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker with a degree, diploma, or equivalent.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Previous experience within adults’ services in the UK.
• Willingness to complete compliance checks (with full support provided).

Why take a locum role in Bury?
Working in adults’ services in Bury gives you the chance to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking local authority, alongside the professional backing of Sanctuary Personnel.

• Diverse service areas – Including safeguarding, hospital discharge, mental health, learning disabilities, and older adults.
• Collaborative environment – Multi-agency working helps deliver positive outcomes for residents.
• Professional growth – Gain valuable experience in a progressive authority known for its commitment to improving adult social care.

With Sanctuary managing your contracts, compliance, and professional development, you can focus on what matters most—supporting adults and their families.

Apply today
If you’re a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker ready for your next locum role in Bury, we’d love to hear from you.