Qualified Social Worker β Preparing for Adulthood
V49109588
£30 Per Hour
Full Time
Temporary
Bury, Greater Manchester
Social Care
Posted 1 hour ago
Expires In 29 Days
Job Description
π Location: Greater Manchester (North Manchester)
π· Pay Rate: Β£30 per hour
π Contract Type: Agency | Full-Time
Are you passionate about supporting young adults with complex needs as they move toward independence?
Weβre looking for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join a dedicated Preparing for Adulthood Team in North Manchester. This vital role focuses on supporting young people aged 16β25 as they transition from adolescence into adult life β helping them navigate services, build confidence, and live as independently as possible.
Youβll play a key role in safeguarding, Care Act assessments, and multi-agency planning, supporting individuals with learning disabilities, physical health conditions, autism, and mental health needs. If you're committed to enabling independence and promoting choice, this role offers a rewarding and meaningful opportunity to make a real difference.
π Key Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of young adults (16β25) with a range of complex needs
- Carry out Care Act 2014 assessments, support planning, and reviews
- Work closely with families, carers, and professionals to coordinate transitions
- Support individuals to develop life skills, access education, employment, housing, and health services
- Screen and triage safeguarding concerns and contribute to protection planning
- Apply legislation including the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Mental Health Act to inform practice
- Contribute to duty work, decision-making panels, and multidisciplinary planning meetings
π€ Who Weβre Looking For
You will be:
- A Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
- Experienced (min. 3 years post-qualified) in Adult Social Care, Transitions, or Learning Disabilities
- Knowledgeable of relevant legislation: Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Human Rights Act, Mental Health Act
- Skilled in person-centred planning, risk management, and multi-agency working
- Empathetic, collaborative, and confident in advocating for service usersβ rights
- Experienced in working with young people moving into adult services
β Why Work with Pertemps?
- A dedicated consultant with access to exclusive roles across the UK
- Simple and fast online registration process
- Weekly, reliable payroll
- Referral bonuses and incentives for recommending colleagues
- Ongoing compliance and career support throughout your placement
π Not Quite the Right Fit?
We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work, including:Β Adult Social Work, Mental Health, Hospital Discharge, Transitions, BIA, AMHP, Safeguarding, Service Management, and more.
π¬ Not looking right now? Refer a friend or colleague and earn a generous referral bonus!
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π Ready to apply or want to learn more?
Contact us today and take the next step in your social work careerπ
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