- Locum Social Worker - Adult North Community Mental Health TeamAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Locum Social Worker to join the Adult North Community Mental Health Team on an initial 6-month contract.We are seeking a confident and proactive practitioner who can work effectively within a multi-disciplinary environment alongside health and social care colleagues. Benefits:Dedicated consultant - your single point of contactWeekly payrollLocum Social Worker - Adult North Community Mental Health TeamAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Locum Social Worker to join the Adult North Community Mental Health Team on an initial 6-month contract.We are seeking a confident and proactive practitioner who can work effectively within a multi-disciplinary environment alongside health and social care colleagues. Benefits:Dedicated consultant - your single point of contactWeekly payroll
- Locum Social Worker - Learning Disability TeamAre you a dedicated and compassionate Qualified Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity within Adult Services?We are currently recruiting for an experienced Locum Social Worker to join a supportive and forward-thinking Learning Disability Team in Trafford. The service adopts a strengths-based approach, combining applied behavioural science with person-centred practice to deliver meaningful and posLocum Social Worker - Learning Disability TeamAre you a dedicated and compassionate Qualified Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity within Adult Services?We are currently recruiting for an experienced Locum Social Worker to join a supportive and forward-thinking Learning Disability Team in Trafford. The service adopts a strengths-based approach, combining applied behavioural science with person-centred practice to deliver meaningful and pos
- Children's Social Worker - Cared For Children ServiceWe are currently looking to recruit dedicated and passionate Locum Social Workers to join our Cared For Children Service, supporting care experienced young people up to the age of 18 as they prepare to transition into Leaving Care services.This is a rewarding opportunity to work with children and young people in care, where your focus will be on driving forward care and permanence plans to achieve the beChildren's Social Worker - Cared For Children ServiceWe are currently looking to recruit dedicated and passionate Locum Social Workers to join our Cared For Children Service, supporting care experienced young people up to the age of 18 as they prepare to transition into Leaving Care services.This is a rewarding opportunity to work with children and young people in care, where your focus will be on driving forward care and permanence plans to achieve the be
- Are you a dedicated and qualified Social Worker with a passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people?Are you experienced in working with Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) and confident in completing comprehensive age assessments?We have an exciting locum opportunity within a UASC team in Trafford, where you'll play a vital role in responding to a growing number of referrals for Separated Young People. This is a rewarding position fAre you a dedicated and qualified Social Worker with a passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people?Are you experienced in working with Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) and confident in completing comprehensive age assessments?We have an exciting locum opportunity within a UASC team in Trafford, where you'll play a vital role in responding to a growing number of referrals for Separated Young People. This is a rewarding position f
- Advanced Practitioner - Children in Care / Cared For ChildrenAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Interim Advanced Practitioner Social Worker to join a dedicated service supporting Children in Care/Cared For Children. This is a key role within the team, focused on delivering high-quality, relationship-based social work that promotes safety, stability, and positive outcomes for children and young people.Benefits:Dedicated consultant - a sinAdvanced Practitioner - Children in Care / Cared For ChildrenAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Interim Advanced Practitioner Social Worker to join a dedicated service supporting Children in Care/Cared For Children. This is a key role within the team, focused on delivering high-quality, relationship-based social work that promotes safety, stability, and positive outcomes for children and young people.Benefits:Dedicated consultant - a sin
- Children's Social Worker - Safeguarding & Planning (Fieldwork Team)Are you a passionate and committed Children's Social Worker looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and forward-thinking local authority?We are currently recruiting for experienced Locum Social Workers to join the Safeguarding & Planning Fieldwork Teams in Oldham. This is an excellent opportunity to work within well-established Long Term Teams supporting children and familiesChildren's Social Worker - Safeguarding & Planning (Fieldwork Team)Are you a passionate and committed Children's Social Worker looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and forward-thinking local authority?We are currently recruiting for experienced Locum Social Workers to join the Safeguarding & Planning Fieldwork Teams in Oldham. This is an excellent opportunity to work within well-established Long Term Teams supporting children and families
- Are you looking for a permanent position in Children's Social Work? Would you like to work for a local authority where you can progress quickly? The local authority are investing, improving and looking to the future. They're looking for ambitious individuals to help them achieve their ambition and in return are offering a fantastic benefits package to Children's Social Workers interested in positions within their Safeguarding teams in the Oldham, Greater MAre you looking for a permanent position in Children's Social Work? Would you like to work for a local authority where you can progress quickly? The local authority are investing, improving and looking to the future. They're looking for ambitious individuals to help them achieve their ambition and in return are offering a fantastic benefits package to Children's Social Workers interested in positions within their Safeguarding teams in the Oldham, Greater M
- Team Manager - Family SafeguardingAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Interim Team Manager - Family Safeguarding to lead and support a dynamic social work team delivering high-quality services to children and families.In this pivotal role, you will manage the delivery of comprehensive family safeguarding services, including Child Protection (CP), Child in Need (CiN), and Court work, ensuring statutory responsibilities and departmental poTeam Manager - Family SafeguardingAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Interim Team Manager - Family Safeguarding to lead and support a dynamic social work team delivering high-quality services to children and families.In this pivotal role, you will manage the delivery of comprehensive family safeguarding services, including Child Protection (CP), Child in Need (CiN), and Court work, ensuring statutory responsibilities and departmental po
- Are you a committed Qualified Social Worker?Do you have a passion for providing first-class support to Children's Services?We have a fantastic Locum Social Work Opportunity based within a Duty and Assessment Team in the Oldham area. You will be working alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing an effective, child-centred service to children in need of support and protection.Benefits:Hybrid WorkingA dedicated consultant - onAre you a committed Qualified Social Worker?Do you have a passion for providing first-class support to Children's Services?We have a fantastic Locum Social Work Opportunity based within a Duty and Assessment Team in the Oldham area. You will be working alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing an effective, child-centred service to children in need of support and protection.Benefits:Hybrid WorkingA dedicated consultant - on
- Are you a dedicated Qualified Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity?Do you have a genuine passion for supporting children and making a difference within fostering services?We are currently recruiting for an experienced Locum Supervising Social Worker to join a supportive and well-established Fostering Team in the Stockport, Greater Manchester area. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a highly regarded local authority committed toAre you a dedicated Qualified Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity?Do you have a genuine passion for supporting children and making a difference within fostering services?We are currently recruiting for an experienced Locum Supervising Social Worker to join a supportive and well-established Fostering Team in the Stockport, Greater Manchester area. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a highly regarded local authority committed to
- 🌟 Fantastic Permanent Social Worker Opportunity in Stockport! 🌟 Are you a committed qualified social worker with a passion for providing first-class support to children's services? This is your chance to join a Children's Locality Team in the Stockport area! 💰 Salary & Relocation Salary Range: £39,862 - £45,091Relocation Package: £3,000 available Why Work Here? A Unique and Rewarding Model The local authority works slightly different to other local auth🌟 Fantastic Permanent Social Worker Opportunity in Stockport! 🌟 Are you a committed qualified social worker with a passion for providing first-class support to children's services? This is your chance to join a Children's Locality Team in the Stockport area! 💰 Salary & Relocation Salary Range: £39,862 - £45,091Relocation Package: £3,000 available Why Work Here? A Unique and Rewarding Model The local authority works slightly different to other local auth
- 🏡 SGO / Kinship Social Worker | Manchester City Council | £35 P/H Are you an experienced Social Worker with a passion for permanence and kinship care?We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Locum Special Guardianship Order (SGO) / Kinship Social Worker to join a specialized team within Manchester City Council (MCC). This is a vital temporary position offering an excellent rate and flexible hybrid working. The Role: Special Guardianship & Kinship You🏡 SGO / Kinship Social Worker | Manchester City Council | £35 P/H Are you an experienced Social Worker with a passion for permanence and kinship care?We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Locum Special Guardianship Order (SGO) / Kinship Social Worker to join a specialized team within Manchester City Council (MCC). This is a vital temporary position offering an excellent rate and flexible hybrid working. The Role: Special Guardianship & Kinship You
- 🛡️ Qualified Adult Safeguarding Social Worker - ManchesterRate of Pay: Up to £30 per hour (Agency/Locum) Location: Manchester City Council, Adult Social Care (potentially based in a central team like MASH or a community safeguarding team) Contract: Temporary/Locum (Full-Time)🌟 Job SummaryAn experienced and dedicated Qualified Adult Safeguarding Social Worker is required to join a high-paced, multi-agency environment within Manchester's Adult Social Care🛡️ Qualified Adult Safeguarding Social Worker - ManchesterRate of Pay: Up to £30 per hour (Agency/Locum) Location: Manchester City Council, Adult Social Care (potentially based in a central team like MASH or a community safeguarding team) Contract: Temporary/Locum (Full-Time)🌟 Job SummaryAn experienced and dedicated Qualified Adult Safeguarding Social Worker is required to join a high-paced, multi-agency environment within Manchester's Adult Social Care
- 🔥 Locum Safeguarding Social Worker | Oldham | £39 P/H Ready for a challenging and highly rewarding contract in Greater Manchester?We are urgently seeking an experienced and dedicated Qualified Social Worker (QSW) to join the Safeguarding Team at Oldham Council. This is a vital role offering an excellent hourly rate for professionals committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and families. The Role: Safeguarding Social Worker You will manage a c🔥 Locum Safeguarding Social Worker | Oldham | £39 P/H Ready for a challenging and highly rewarding contract in Greater Manchester?We are urgently seeking an experienced and dedicated Qualified Social Worker (QSW) to join the Safeguarding Team at Oldham Council. This is a vital role offering an excellent hourly rate for professionals committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and families. The Role: Safeguarding Social Worker You will manage a c
- 🌟 Locum Duty & Assessment Social Worker | Tameside | £39 P/H Are you ready for your next high-impact role in Greater Manchester?We are urgently seeking an experienced and dedicated Qualified Social Worker (QSW) to join the Duty and Assessment Team at Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive local authority offering an excellent hourly rate. The Role: Duty & Assessment Social Worker You will be resp🌟 Locum Duty & Assessment Social Worker | Tameside | £39 P/H Are you ready for your next high-impact role in Greater Manchester?We are urgently seeking an experienced and dedicated Qualified Social Worker (QSW) to join the Duty and Assessment Team at Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive local authority offering an excellent hourly rate. The Role: Duty & Assessment Social Worker You will be resp
- 🌍 Qualified Children's Social Worker - Duty & Assessment / UASC (Trafford)Rate of Pay: £35.00 per hour (Agency/Locum) Location: Trafford Council (Hybrid Working Available) Contract: Temporary / Full-Time🌟 Job SummaryTrafford Council is looking for a resilient and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join their front-line Duty and Assessment Team, with a specific focus on Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children (UASC).This is a unique role that combines t🌍 Qualified Children's Social Worker - Duty & Assessment / UASC (Trafford)Rate of Pay: £35.00 per hour (Agency/Locum) Location: Trafford Council (Hybrid Working Available) Contract: Temporary / Full-Time🌟 Job SummaryTrafford Council is looking for a resilient and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join their front-line Duty and Assessment Team, with a specific focus on Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children (UASC).This is a unique role that combines t
- Support Worker Opportunity - Scotland's IslandsAre you an experienced Support Worker with at least 2 years of UK-based care experience? Are you looking for a full-time contract role with the opportunity to earn up to £10,000 over 3 months?We are recruiting dedicated Support Workers to work on a contract basis across a variety of Scotland's beautiful offshore islands. This role involves supporting adults in care-at-home or residential settings and offers exSupport Worker Opportunity - Scotland's IslandsAre you an experienced Support Worker with at least 2 years of UK-based care experience? Are you looking for a full-time contract role with the opportunity to earn up to £10,000 over 3 months?We are recruiting dedicated Support Workers to work on a contract basis across a variety of Scotland's beautiful offshore islands. This role involves supporting adults in care-at-home or residential settings and offers ex
- 🌟 Exciting Opportunity for Support Workers on a Beautiful Scottish Island! 🌟Are you ready for an adventure while making a real difference? We're looking for female Support Workers to join our team for a 12-week placement on a stunning Scottish island! 🌊🏞️Here's what we're offering:🏡 Accommodation - We've got it covered! Your stay will be paid for and provided during your time with us.🚗 Car drivers with own vehicle - A valid UK driving license and you🌟 Exciting Opportunity for Support Workers on a Beautiful Scottish Island! 🌟Are you ready for an adventure while making a real difference? We're looking for female Support Workers to join our team for a 12-week placement on a stunning Scottish island! 🌊🏞️Here's what we're offering:🏡 Accommodation - We've got it covered! Your stay will be paid for and provided during your time with us.🚗 Car drivers with own vehicle - A valid UK driving license and you
- 🌟 Exciting Opportunity for Support Workers on a Beautiful Scottish Island! 🌟Are you ready for an adventure while making a real difference? We're looking for (female Support Workers ONLY) to join our team for a 12-week placement on a stunning Scottish island! 🌊🏞️Here's what we're offering:🏡 Accommodation - We've got it covered! Your stay will be paid for and provided during your time with us.🚗 Car drivers with own vehicle - A valid UK driving license🌟 Exciting Opportunity for Support Workers on a Beautiful Scottish Island! 🌟Are you ready for an adventure while making a real difference? We're looking for (female Support Workers ONLY) to join our team for a 12-week placement on a stunning Scottish island! 🌊🏞️Here's what we're offering:🏡 Accommodation - We've got it covered! Your stay will be paid for and provided during your time with us.🚗 Car drivers with own vehicle - A valid UK driving license
- Deputy Manager - Community Learning Disability TeamMake a Difference in Adult Social CareWe're currently working on Locum Deputy Manager for their Community Learning Disability Team in Bolton.This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and motivated professional to take on a leadership role within a supportive, well established team. You'll help deliver high-quality services to adults with learning disabilities, ensuring care and support is person-centrDeputy Manager - Community Learning Disability TeamMake a Difference in Adult Social CareWe're currently working on Locum Deputy Manager for their Community Learning Disability Team in Bolton.This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and motivated professional to take on a leadership role within a supportive, well established team. You'll help deliver high-quality services to adults with learning disabilities, ensuring care and support is person-centr
- Are you looking for a new and exciting role in Adult Social Work? Do you put the needs of vulnerable Adults at the heart of everything you do? Are you looking for an opportunity that is different to the norm?Yes? Randstad are looking for Qualified Social Workers to join Manchester City Council's Forensics Service on a part time basis (28 hours over 4 days).Manchester City Council's Adult Social Care Services are committed to providing high-quality supportAre you looking for a new and exciting role in Adult Social Work? Do you put the needs of vulnerable Adults at the heart of everything you do? Are you looking for an opportunity that is different to the norm?Yes? Randstad are looking for Qualified Social Workers to join Manchester City Council's Forensics Service on a part time basis (28 hours over 4 days).Manchester City Council's Adult Social Care Services are committed to providing high-quality support
- Are you looking for a new and exciting role in Children's Social Work? Are you an ambitious Social Worker with high aspirations to achieve the best outcomes for Children and their Families?Yes? Look no further…Randstad are looking for Qualified Social Worker / Advanced Practitioners and Team Managers to join Oldham Council's Duty and Advice (MASH) Service.They are a newly improved Local Authority who have invested in more teams across a range of service arAre you looking for a new and exciting role in Children's Social Work? Are you an ambitious Social Worker with high aspirations to achieve the best outcomes for Children and their Families?Yes? Look no further…Randstad are looking for Qualified Social Worker / Advanced Practitioners and Team Managers to join Oldham Council's Duty and Advice (MASH) Service.They are a newly improved Local Authority who have invested in more teams across a range of service ar
- Team Manager - Children in Care Service Role OverviewSalary: £52,413 - £53,460 plus a £2000 market supplement.Hours: 37 hours per week (standard hours 8:45 am - 5:00 pm), with flexibility required to meet service needs.Location: Various locations across Bury, with a focus on agile and remote working.Summary of JobThe Team Manager oversees the provision of social work services specifically for the Children in Care team.The post holder ensures that all eligiTeam Manager - Children in Care Service Role OverviewSalary: £52,413 - £53,460 plus a £2000 market supplement.Hours: 37 hours per week (standard hours 8:45 am - 5:00 pm), with flexibility required to meet service needs.Location: Various locations across Bury, with a focus on agile and remote working.Summary of JobThe Team Manager oversees the provision of social work services specifically for the Children in Care team.The post holder ensures that all eligi
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Working in social care in Manchester can be a very rewarding experience. There are many different types of social care jobs available in Manchester, and you can choose to work in a variety of settings. You could work in a residential care home, a day care centre, a community centre, or even in a hospital.
If you are interested in working in social care in Manchester, there are a few things you need to do. Firstly, you will need to have a relevant qualification. You can either study for a social work degree, or take a diploma in social care. Alternatively, you may be able to get a job if you have experience working with vulnerable people.
Once you have a qualification, you will need to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). This is the professional body that regulates social workers in the UK. You will also need to have a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, as you will be working with vulnerable people.
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The average salary for a Support Worker is £19,635 per year in Manchester Area according to Glassdoor. Social care workers in Manchester can expect to earn slightly less than the national average of £22,458.
However, salaries for social care workers can vary widely depending on experience and qualifications.
The demand for social care workers in Manchester is high. The majority of these jobs are for entry-level positions, but there are also many opportunities for those with more experience and qualifications.