Senior Social Worker (North Learning Disabilities Team)

Old Moat; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Job description

About The Role

Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Additional Payments: Essential Car User Allowance

Closing Date: 4 April 2025

Closing Time: 11.59pm

Interview Method: In Person

This role is subject to:

• 2 References - where possible we require 3 years' employment history.

Qualifications: Social Work Qualification and registration with Social Work England

Medical Clearance: Pre-placement health assessment (PPHA)

Essential Car Documentation: This post is a designated Essential Car User. Therefore, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work. You will receive the Essential Car User Allowance.

Driving Licence: The successful candidate should hold a full clean driving licence as you will be required to drive a vehicle adhering to council regulations.

DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance: This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice.

This role will be based with the North Learning Disability Team, Crescent Bank, Humphrey Street, Manchester, M8 9J.

Describe the role:

The Adult Learning Disability Service in Manchester plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality support to adults who use our services, as well as those who care for them, including families, communities, and providers. We ensure safe practices and protection from abuse. If you share Manchester’s clear ambitions in delivering high-quality services for the residents of the city, we want to hear from you.

As a Senior Social Worker within our Learning Disability Service, you will:

• Play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality support and services.
• Work collaboratively with citizens, families, and other professionals to ensure that our citizens receive the care and opportunities they deserve.

How This Role Makes an Impact:

If you’re successful, you’ll join a team of dedicated professionals who:

• Push forward a high standard of support for adults.
• Promote independence and advocate for the decisions, views, and choices of citizens within their personal agreed outcomes.

In the Learning Disability Service, we are committed to:

• Upholding rights.
• Promoting independent living.
• Ensuring control.
• Fostering inclusion for all.

Our service is dedicated to empowering the citizens of Manchester to live fulfilling lives.

As a Senior Social Worker, You Will Have the Opportunity to:

• Be part of a dedicated and supportive team.
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with learning disabilities.
• Access opportunities for professional development and career progression.

About the Candidate

We would love to hear from you if you have experience of:

Essential requirements for the role:

• Communication Skills: Is able to effectively transfer key and complex information to all levels of staff, adapting the style of communication as necessary and ensuring that this information is understood.
• Planning and Organising Skills: Excellent time management skills, creating own work schedules, prioritising, preparing in advance and setting realistic timescales for own self and others.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to absorb, understand and quickly assimilate complex information and compare information from a number of different sources.
• Problem Solving and Decision Making Skills: Ability to formulate independently a range of options for new or unfamiliar situations.
• ICT Skills: Skills to use ICT systems to obtain and analyse data and present it effectively.
• People Management Skills: Ability to lead, manage and motivate staff to high levels of performance.

Technical Requirements (Role Specific):

• Social Work Qualification
• Registered with Social Work England
• Experienced Social Worker in line with the Social Work Professional Capabilities Framework
• Experienced Practice Educator/BIA/AMHP
• Willing to consent to and apply for an enhanced (DBS) disclosure check
• Willingness to travel to any location within the boundaries of the City of Manchester.

Desirable requirements that would be useful in this role:

• Previous management experience would be desirable.

About Us

We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities. Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives.

Benefits we offer:

• Generous holiday allowance: Up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays.
• A buzzing pension: Enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme.
• Enhanced parental and carers leave.
• Brilliant perks: Access a range of discounts.
• Learn and grow: Dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive.
• A Good Employment Charter member.
• Up to 3 days volunteering leave.

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council: We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

For more information about the role or any adjustments, email [e-mail].

What we will need from you if you’re successful:

• Proof of Right to Work: You’ll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK.
• References: We’ll request references from your current and previous employer(s).
• Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required.
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary.

These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve.