Adults Social Worker - Wigan - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Wigan; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A trusted social care recruitment agency is looking for Social Workers in Wigan, offering competitive pay rates of £30–£32 per hour. This role includes opportunities in diverse adult services settings, with strong support throughout your locum journey and potential for permanent placements. Ideal candidates will be qualified Social Workers with UK experience and Social Work England registration.

Benefits

Exclusive vacancies

Job security

Permanent opportunities

Ongoing support

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Social Worker with a recognized qualification.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Experience working in adults’ services in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults and their families in achieving safer, independent lives.
• Collaborate with multi-agency teams to improve outcomes.
• Engage in safeguarding and support roles across various settings.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker

Experience in UK-based adults’ services

Social Work England registration

Education

Degree or diploma in Social Work

Job description

Overview

Sanctuary Personnel, a highly rated and trusted social care recruitment agency, is looking for Social Workers to join adult services in Wigan.

With pay rates of £30 per hour for Social Workers and up to £32 per hour for Senior Social Workers, this is a fantastic opportunity for those seeking their next locum role in adults’ services.

First time working as a locum? You’ll be well supported from start to finish, and here’s why many social workers stay with Sanctuary:

• Exclusive vacancies – Access to roles not available with other agencies.
• Job security – Thanks to our strong partnerships, we can often arrange contract extensions before they end.
• Permanent opportunities – If you decide you’d like to move into a permanent post, our specialist recruitment team can help.
• Ongoing support – Regular contact with consultants who understand the realities of adults’ social work.

Candidate requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with a degree, diploma, or equivalent.
• Social Work England registration.
• Experience in UK-based adults’ services.
• Willingness to complete compliance checks (with full support from us).

Why work in Wigan as a locum

• Diverse teams – Opportunities across safeguarding, hospital discharge, mental health, learning disabilities, and older adults.
• Strong collaboration – A culture of multi-agency working to deliver better outcomes.
• Career development – Gain valuable experience in an authority recognised for improving adult social care.

With Sanctuary handling compliance, contracts, and your professional goals, you can focus on what you do best—helping adults and their families live safer, more independent lives.

Apply today

If you’re a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker interested in a locum role in Wigan, we’d love to hear from you.