Senior Social Worker - Mental Health Team - Oldham - Sanctuary Personal

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

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join a Mental Health Team in Oldham. Offering £35 per hour, this locum role combines leadership with complex casework, directly impacting vulnerable adults. Interested candidates should have a recognised Social Work qualification and substantial experience in adult mental health services. The position allows for professional growth and collaboration with various teams.

Benefits

Exclusive vacancies

Security of work

Permanent pathways

Expert consultant guidance

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification (degree, diploma, or equivalent).
• Social Work England registration required.
• Considerable post-qualification experience within adult mental health services.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex caseloads and provide guidance to colleagues.
• Contribute to service development and mentoring of staff.
• Make a direct impact on outcomes for vulnerable adults.

Skills

Complex case management

Guidance and mentoring

Leadership

Education

Recognised Social Work qualification

Social Work England registration

Job description

Senior Social Worker – Mental Health Team

Senior Social Worker – Mental Health Team, Oldham | £35 per hour

Sanctuary Personnel, a highly regarded social care recruitment agency, is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join the Mental Health Team in Oldham. This position is well-suited to experienced practitioners who are ready to take on additional responsibility while continuing to deliver excellent, person-centred support to adults experiencing mental health difficulties.

With a competitive pay rate of £35 per hour, this locum role combines leadership responsibilities with complex casework, offering the chance to influence good practice within a progressive authority.

If you’re new to locum work, Sanctuary ensures you’ll receive full support throughout your placement, including:

• Exclusive vacancies – Senior roles within adult mental health not available via other agencies.
• Security of work – Our strong partnerships with local authorities often lead to contract extensions.
• Permanent pathways – If you decide you’d prefer a permanent position, our dedicated team can help.
• Expert consultant guidance – Regular check-ins from consultants who understand adult mental health practice.

Requirements for this role:

• Recognised Social Work qualification (degree, diploma, or equivalent).
• Social Work England registration.
• Considerable post-qualification experience within adult mental health services.
• Ability to manage complex caseloads and provide guidance or mentoring to colleagues.
• Willingness to complete compliance checks (fully supported by Sanctuary).

Why join Oldham’s Mental Health Team?

• This position allows you to combine senior-level responsibility with meaningful frontline practice, making a direct impact on outcomes for vulnerable adults.
• Specialist expertise – Manage challenging and complex cases across safeguarding, crisis support, and recovery.
• Leadership opportunity – Contribute to service development and offer mentoring to less experienced staff.
• Collaborative working – Partner with NHS teams, community organisations, and voluntary services.
• Professional growth – Develop your leadership profile within a forward-thinking adult social care setting.

Sanctuary will manage all compliance, contracts, and career development, allowing you to focus on delivering excellent care and safeguarding.

Apply today — If you’re a Senior Social Worker looking for your next locum role in Oldham’s Mental Health Team, we’d love to hear from you.