Preparing for Adulthood Social Worker

Alder Forest; Worsley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Exclusive loyalty bonus

Weekly check-ins and dedicated support

Job summary

Alder Forest is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join a Preparing for Adulthood team in Greater Manchester. You will support young people with additional needs through the transition to adult services, helping families plan for the future with confidence.

The role focuses on assessments, person-centred plans and coordinating education, employment, health, housing and community inclusion to achieve positive long-term outcomes.

Qualifications

• A recognised Social Work qualification.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Experience supporting young people with disabilities, additional needs or complex needs.
• Knowledge of transition planning and preparing for adulthood pathways.
• Strong assessment, care planning and partnership-working skills.
• A person-centred, strengths-based approach to practice.

Responsibilities

• You'll work with young people approaching adulthood, their families and multi-disciplinary partners to complete assessments and develop person-centred plans.
• Coordinate the support needed for a successful transition, including education, employment, health, housing, independence and community inclusion.

Job description

Preparing for Adulthood Social Worker

Date: 2026-09-30T00:00:00

Location: Alder Forest, Greater Manchester, GB, M30 8

Reference: Any

Application Deadline: 2026-12-30T07:02:14.853

Want a rewarding Social Work role where you can make a lasting difference to young people as they move into adulthood, while earning £35 per hour? We're looking for an experienced Social Worker to join a Preparing for Adulthood team. You'll support young people with additional needs and disabilities through the transition to adult services, helping them and their families plan for the future with confidence.

Why this role stands out

• £35 per hour


• Exclusive Leaders in Care loyalty bonus, on top of your hourly rate


• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference at a pivotal stage of a young person's life


• Supportive, collaborative team environment


• Ongoing professional development and access to best practice


• A varied role focused on independence, choice and positive long-term outcomes

The role

You will work with young people approaching adulthood, their families and multi-disciplinary partners to complete assessments, develop person-centred plans and coordinate the support needed for a successful transition. This will include supporting planning around education, employment, health, housing, independence and community inclusion.

What you'll need

• A recognised Social Work qualification


• Current Social Work England registration


• Experience supporting young people with disabilities, additional needs or complex needs


• Knowledge of transition planning and preparing for adulthood pathways


• Strong assessment, care planning and partnership-working skills


• A person-centred, strengths-based approach to practice

Why work with Leaders in Care?

• Competitive hourly rates


• An exclusive loyalty bonus to recognise your commitment


• Weekly check-ins and dedicated support throughout your placement


• Support from a service rated 5 stars in over 460 Google reviews


• A market-leading timesheet and payroll system, so you can feel confident you will be paid on time