Qualified Adults Social Worker

Pertemps; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Qualified Social Worker to join their Mental Health Team in the North West. This role involves conducting assessments, managing complex safeguarding cases, and delivering person-centred care. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Adult Social Care, excellent relationship-building skills, and a commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable populations. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your expertise and offers a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant

Easy registration

Referral schemes

Reliable payroll

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• At least 4 years of qualified experience in Adult Social Care.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of risks and social care requirements.
• Manage an agreed caseload effectively.
• Create individual care plans that respect diversity.

Skills

Mediation Skills

Negotiation Skills

Relationship Building

Assessment Skills

Diversity Awareness

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Social Work Degree

DipSW

CSS

Job description

Qualified Adults Social Worker

Location: North West

Pay rate: £30 per hour

Our client is seeking Qualified Social Workers to join the Adult Services within a local authority in the North West, specifically in the Mental Health Team. Candidates must have previous experience in Adult Social Care, with a good understanding of relevant legislation including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Human Rights Act, and Mental Health Act.

The team handles screening of safeguarding referrals and manages complex safeguarding cases. Responsibilities include conducting Care Act assessments, Mental Capacity Assessments, safeguarding and multi-agency work, and fulfilling duty functions within the team.

Working in accordance with social care legislation and local government standards, you will support the delivery of person-centred, safe, and effective social care services. Your professional knowledge and experience will enable you to make assessments and decisions on appropriate interventions, establishing and maintaining relationships with service users and agencies to meet their needs.

You will be dedicated to achieving positive and sustainable outcomes, striving to provide the best possible results for children and families, with a focus on protection, efficiency, and support for vulnerable populations.

Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• SW, CSS, DipSW, or Social Work Degree; creative, flexible, and forward-thinking.
• Experience working in a Social Services Directorate or similar statutory or voluntary agency.
• Committed to continuous improvement and high-quality service provision.
• Excellent mediation and negotiation skills.
• Experience working with diverse client groups and in multi-disciplinary settings.
• Strong relationship-building skills with children and families.
• At least 4 years of qualified experience.

Role Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of risks, protection needs, and social care requirements.
• Manage an agreed caseload effectively.
• Utilize specialist communication skills to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Create individual care plans that respect diversity and promote dignity and empowerment.
• Support and advise unqualified staff and students for their development.

This is an agency post, and Pertemps offers:

• A dedicated consultant with access to roles across the UK.
• Easy registration, referral schemes, compliance management, reliable payroll, and more.

We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work. If this role isn't suitable, contact us for other opportunities including IRO, BIA, MASH, Children in Need, Duty and Assessment, Child Protection, Children Looked After, and more.

This role is ideally suited for candidates traveling from Bolton, Bury, Oldham, Trafford, Ashton under Lyne, Macclesfield, Warrington, Wigan, Huddersfield, St Helens, Widnes, Altrincham, Middleton, Urmston, Irlam, Stretford, Eccles, Salford, Stockport, Longsight, Bradford, Chester, Runcorn, Wirral, Rochdale, Liverpool, Skelmersdale, Cheadle, Leigh, Blackburn, Preston, Partington, Manchester, Openshaw, Northwich, Ellesmere Port, Tameside, Birkenhead, and Wythenshawe.