Social Worker NEW Tameside Council Posted today Tameside £38,626 - £43,693 Fixed Expires on 23/[...]

Tameside Integrated Care Partnership; Dukinfield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity exists for qualified Social Workers or AMHPs to join a dynamic mental health team in Tameside. This role will focus on supporting individuals with moderate to severe mental health needs and working collaboratively with various services. Candidates will benefit from professional development opportunities and contribute significantly to mental health service enhancement.

Benefits

Strong clinical and management supervision

Professional development and training plan

AMHP opportunities and allowance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in social work within mental health.
• A current driving licence and vehicle are essential.
• Professional qualifications in adult social care are required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver individual care and social support packages.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Support young people in transitioning to adult mental health services.

Skills

Experience in adult social care

Mental health practice

Coordination and delivery of care packages

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Until August 2025

Contract Reason: Vacancy Cover

Secondment Opportunity: Permanent employees are encouraged to apply and will be supported as part of our workforce development commitment

Salary: Grade H. Scale 29 - £38,626 to Scale 34 - £43,693 with a professional bar at SCP 31 £40,476**

Hours Per Week: 30hours

Base Location: Outram Road

Assessment Date: To be arranged

The Role

Exciting Opportunity for Social Workers / AMHPs in Tameside

Join Our Dynamic Mental Health Team!

Are you a passionate and dedicated Social Worker or Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) looking for an exciting new opportunity? Tameside is seeking committed professionals to join our newly formed team, working alongside Community Mental Health Teams, the Living Well service, and the Early Intervention Team. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with moderate to severe mental health needs while contributing to the development and growth of our evolving service.

Why Join Us?

Be Part of a Forward-Thinking Team: We are committed to innovation, development, and delivering the highest quality of care to the residents of Tameside.
Support Transitioning Young Adults: Play a vital role in supporting children with mental health needs as they transition into adult services.
Professional Growth & Development: We offer strong clinical and management supervision, as well as a personal development and training plan to enhance your skills.
AMHP Opportunities & Allowance: If you are not yet an AMHP, we will support you in working towards this qualification. If you are already an AMHP, you will participate in our AMHP rota (approximately 2 duties per month) and receive an extra allowance per shift.

As a Mental Health Social Worker, you will:

• Coordinate, commission, and deliver individual care and social support packages.
• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams to support individuals with complex mental health needs.
• Ensure the Council’s obligations under the Care Act and other statutory responsibilities are met.
• Support young people transitioning from children’s services to adult mental health services.

About You

What We’re Looking For:

• A must : qualified Social Worker with relevant experience in adult social care and mental health practice.
• A must : current driving licence and vehicle.

Join Us & Make a Difference!

Come and be a part of a team that is transforming mental health care in Tameside!

About Us

Message from Stephanie Butterworth, Director of Adults Services at Tameside Council.

‘’ I’ve worked here for many years now and I’m proud of the work that we do together, ensuring people in our borough are living a good life.

‘‘Our vision is one which sees people living well in the place they call home, where they are supported to be a part of their local communities to live long, healthy and fulfilled lives.

‘’One way I regularly connect and listen to our workforce is through my monthly staff drop-in with our Principal Social Worker. This is an opportunity to create dedicated time for staff to share ideas, team updates and network across our services. It’s amazing to hear during sessions that they really value being part of Team Tameside and the opportunities that we bring, so we can make sure that they are part of delivering our ambition for the people we support.

‘’Working in Adult Social Care is a rewarding and fulfilling career choice, where you can really make a difference to people’s lives every day. We will support you to develop and fulfil your potential and create space for you to reflect and grow. We are dedicated to breaking barriers, so our workforce is rich with experience and understanding, always building and championing social justice, equity, diversity and inclusion.

People are always at the heart of everything we do, if our vision sounds like something you want to be part of, we offer a warm welcome to join us here at Team Tameside. ‘’

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures.

This post is a designated customer facing role under the fluency duty and requires a specified level of spoken English.

Previous applicants in the last 6 month need not apply

Unfortunately, at this time we are not able to offer sponsorship.

** This post is classified as being in a professional job category. As such the grade for the job has a professional grade development bar which employees can progress through subject to meeting the following criteria:

1. Relevant professional qualification for the job role at Level 6 or above, AND

2. Minimum of 2 years post qualification experience in the role, AND

3. Maintained membership of a regulated body where this is a requirement to practice in the role where applicable, AND

4. Professional standards practised to the highest expected level.

We are committed to developing a culture which respects individuals, appreciates difference and allows everyone regardless of background to reach their full potential. We are proud to be an accredited disability confident employer. Reasonable Adjustments will be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 in relation to the Job Role Criteria.

Our rewards and benefits package can be viewed here

For further information about this role please contact Jo Scott, Team Manager: [e-mail] or Maria Botterill, Service Unit Manager: [e-mail]

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