Mental Health Social Worker

Old Moat; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding Adult Early Support Team as a Mental Health Social Worker. This role focuses on providing strengths-based support to enhance the independence of Manchester residents. You will work collaboratively with various agencies, ensuring timely interventions to prevent the need for long-term care. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the community while developing your skills in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about improving outcomes for individuals facing mental health challenges, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Local government pension scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Discounts on various services

Learning and development opportunities

Volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Must hold a Social Work Qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience in a social care setting, supporting adults with mental health challenges.

Responsibilities

• Enhance independence of adults by addressing their needs through alternative approaches.
• Collaborate with partner agencies to ensure access to mental health support.

Skills

Social Work Qualification

Mental Health Support

Collaboration with Agencies

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

About The Role

Working Hours:35 Hours Per Week

Contract Type:2 x Permanent, Full-Time

Additional Payments: Casual Car User Allowance

Closing Date: 23 May 2025

Closing Time: 11.59pm

This Role is Subject to:

• Qualification - Social Work Qualification and registration with Social Work England
• 2 References - where possible we require 3 years' employment history.

• Medical Clearance - Pre-placement health assessment (PPHA)

• Casual Car Documentation- The successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User which means that car journeys may be necessary on an occasional basis, but are not essential to the role. If you do drive, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work, as well as provide all the appropriate documentation. You will receive an allowance per mile of business use.

• DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an EnhancedDisclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.

We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity to join our Adult Early Support Team (AEST) as a Mental Health Social Worker. This dynamic, rapidly expanding, and multidisciplinary team operates within Manchester Adult Care Services.

Our aim is to provide effective, strengths-based support from the first point of contact, aiming to prevent or delay the escalation of needs and promote the independence of Manchester residents, while contributing to the delivery of the city's prevention agenda.

Key responsibilities include:

- Working with adults to enhance their independence by addressing their needs through alternative approaches. You will play a crucial role in delivering timely and efficient short-term interventions designed to prevent or delay the need for long-term care and support.
- Demonstrating a strong knowledge of mental health support services, assisting both colleagues and citizens in ensuring access to appropriate support for individuals facing mental health challenges.
- Collaborating with a variety of partner agencies, including Greater Manchester Police, the voluntary sector, primary and secondary healthcare providers, and Children’s Services.
- Embodying 'Our Manchester Behaviours' in all aspects of your work.

For more information about the role, please contact Operations Manager, Grace Parker, at [e-mail]

About the Candidate

We are seeking a dynamic, passionate, and creative individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is open to change. If you're someone who can think 'outside the box' and is dedicated to improving outcomes for the residents of Manchester, we’d love to hear from you!

You should have experience working in a social care setting, supporting adults experiencing mental health challenges, and be skilled at building strong working relationships with partner agencies. In this role, you will collaborate with on-site partners, including social care, police, mental health professionals, occupational therapy, and voluntary sector agencies.

You will need to be adaptable, willing to evolve your skills and excited about taking on a diverse and rewarding role.

About Us

We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.

Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Benefits We Offer

Generous holiday allowance

Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.

A buzzing pension

You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.

Enhanced parental and carers leave

Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your newborn or support your family during critical life events.

Brilliant perks

Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.

Learn and grow

We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.

A Good Employment Charter member

We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.

Up to 3 days volunteering leave

Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council

At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

Support During the Process

• Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
• Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of ourcareers page. This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone.

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the minimumshortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:

• Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans
• Current or former care leavers
• Have a disability or long-term condition

When You Join Us

We’re a Disability Confident Employer, offering:

• A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
• Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
• A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.

For more information about the role or any adjustments, email [e-mail].

What we will need from you if you’re successful

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement ofemployment.This is not arole we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.

Pre-Employment Checks

If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for. As a guide, these checks may include:

• Proof of Right to Work: You’ll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role.
• References: We’ll request references from your current and previous employer(s).
• Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required.
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role.
• Driving Licence: If the role requires driving, we’ll need evidence of your valid driving licence.

These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve.

Other relevant information

We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.

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