Social Worker (Adults) - Adult Community Mental Health | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare trust is seeking qualified Social Workers to join their mental health team in Salford. This position offers flexibility and the opportunity for career development. Responsibilities include care co-ordination, risk assessments, and working within a multidisciplinary team. Competitive benefits and support for newly qualified social workers are also provided.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance

Flexible working opportunities

Protected hours for wellbeing activities

Qualifications

• AMHP qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Roles open to recently qualified and experienced social workers.
• Experience in mental health social work required.

Responsibilities

• Care co-ordination in line with the Care Programme Approach.
• Completing and updating risk assessments.
• Assessment, support planning, reviews and safeguarding.

Skills

Experience in mental health

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Social Work England registration

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

Overview

Three permanent vacancies have arisen for Social Workers based at Prescott House Adult Community Mental Health Team. Social Work England registration is required. You will be a qualified Social Worker (AMHP is desirable, not essential). We are looking for an experienced mental health social worker who has high professional standards and the ability to work well with colleagues in a multidisciplinary setting.

The posts are permanent, Monday to Friday with the Acute Care Pathway outside of core hours for weekends and bank holidays on a rota system. These positions are open to recently qualified social workers as well as experienced social workers. You will be supported by our social work team to develop your skills and experience within the field of mental health social work. Newly qualified social workers will be supported to complete the ASYE program with the support of experienced social workers within the team. You will be offered regular line management and clinical supervision. Staff wellbeing is important at Prescott House and we offer regular social work peer support groups, reflective practice groups, mindfulness and other team activities.

Responsibilities

• Care co-ordination in line with the Care Programme Approach.
• Completing and updating risk assessments.
• Working in line with the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act (2005) and Mental Health Act (1983).
• Assessment, support planning, reviews and safeguarding within the meaning of the Care Act 2014.
• Multidisciplinary working.
• Demonstrating anti-discriminatory practice and promoting the rights of vulnerable adults.
• Demonstrating excellent organisation and communication skills.
• Demonstrating an ability to collate information and write reports of a standard fit for legal processes such as Mental Health Tribunals and Hospital Managers Hearings.
• Fulfilling the duties of an Approved Mental Health Professional / Best Interests Assessor or being willing to work towards gaining the associated qualifications.
• You will be supported to gain this experience and qualifications.

Qualifications and Experience

• Social Work England registration is required; AMHP is desirable but not essential.
• Qualified Social Worker; roles open to recently qualified and experienced social workers; ASYE support available.
• Experience in mental health social work and ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team.

Organization and Benefits

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people across Greater Manchester. The Trust employs around 20,000 colleagues across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham, and Salford, delivering high standards of care and collaborating with local authorities and partners. We value the core values: care, appreciate, and inspire, and welcome applicants who share these values.

We offer a role with purpose and flexibility, with opportunities for career development given the scale of the NCA. Benefits include a competitive package, generous annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities to support work-life balance.

Notes

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification under the supporting documents heading. This advert closes on Thursday 18 Sep 2025.