Social Worker

Rochdale Council; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochdale Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Front Door & Prevention Team on a temporary basis for 12 months. You will assess adults at first contact, manage risk, and develop strengths-based support plans to support independence.

The role requires registration with Social Work England, knowledge of Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act, and the ability to work in a busy duty environment with multi-agency partners.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in Adult Social Care.
• Knowledge of Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and safeguarding legislation.
• Experience in strengths-based assessments and risk management.
• Strong communication, decision-making and partnership-working skills.
• Ability to work independently within a busy service.

Responsibilities

• Manage referrals and undertake timely screening and triage of new contacts.
• Complete Care Act assessments, Mental Capacity Assessments, and risk assessments.
• Work collaboratively with individuals, families, health partners and community organisations to identify preventative solutions.
• Develop strengths-based support plans that maximise independence and wellbeing.
• Provide information, advice, guidance and signposting to appropriate services.
• Manage safeguarding concerns in line with statutory duties and local procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and complete assessments within required timescales.
• Work effectively within a duty environment, prioritising urgent work and managing competing demands.

Skills

Social Work England

Adult Social Care

Care Act 2014

Mental Capacity Act

Safeguarding

Strengths-based

Risk assessment

Communication

Independent working

Job description

Temporary Social Worker (Temporary 12 months)

Front Door & Prevention Team

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Social Worker to join our Front Door & Prevention Team on a temporary basis.

This is a fast-paced and rewarding role where you will work with adults at the first point of contact, supporting timely decision-making, risk management, and the delivery of strengths-based interventions that prevent, reduce, or delay the need for long-term care and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage referrals and undertake timely screening and triage of new contacts.
• Complete Care Act assessments, Mental Capacity Assessments, and risk assessments.
• Work collaboratively with individuals, families, health partners and community organisations to identify preventative solutions.
• Develop strengths-based support plans that maximise independence and wellbeing.
• Provide information, advice, guidance and signposting to appropriate services.
• Manage safeguarding concerns in line with statutory duties and local procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and complete assessments within required timescales.
• Work effectively within a duty environment, prioritising urgent work and managing competing demands.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
• Experience of working within Adult Social Care.
• Sound knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, safeguarding legislation, and relevant statutory guidance.
• Experience of undertaking strengths-based assessments and risk management.
• Strong communication, decision-making and partnership-working skills.
• Ability to work independently within a busy and dynamic service.

Desirable

• Experience working in a Front Door, Prevention, Neighbourhood or Community Social Work Team.
• Knowledge of local health and social care pathways.
• Experience of multidisciplinary working.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running, manage a busy workload, make proportionate decisions and maintain a strong focus on prevention and person-centred practice. The successful candidate will be resilient, adaptable and committed to achieving positive outcomes for adults and their families.

The postholder will be expected to undertake a certain amount of travelling in the course of his/her duties for which a casual car user allowance will be paid.

Hours may be required to be worked over 7 days, as per the needs of the service.

Contract: Temporary Hours: Full Time Location: No 1 Riverside, opportunity for Hybrid working

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact the team manager Hannah Clarkson on 01706 922 251.

Closing Date: 28.10.26

Interview Date: 02.11.26

This role is subject to satisfactory references, Social Work England registration and relevant pre- employment checks.

For internal candidates approval for secondment should be obtained from your Service Director (or nominated representative) before applying for this post.

Appointment to this post is subject to DBS and background checks.

Supporting Documents

Policy on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Job Description and Person Specification