Social Care Assessor in Manchester

About The Role

Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week
Contract Type: 2 x Permanent, Full-Time
Additional Payments: Essential Car User Allowance
Closing Date: 5 February 2026
Closing time: 11.59pm
Interview Method: Face to Face

This Role is Subject to:

• Legal right to Work: In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.
• 2 References – where possible we require 3 years\’ history.
• Qualification: Hold or willing to undertake and achieve NVQ Level 4 in Health and Social Care
• Medical Clearance: Pre-placement health assessment (PPHA)
• Essential Car Documentation: This post is a designated Essential Car User. 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.
• 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 confidentially and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice.

The Complex Needs and Preparing for Adulthood Service is made up of several multi-disciplinary award-winning citywide teams which sit within Manchester Adult Social Care, supporting vulnerable and multiply excluded citizens to develop fulfilled, meaningful and safer lives.

The Service is made up of several specialist teams which include, Preparing for Adulthood, The Drug and Alcohol Team, Entrenched Rough Sleepers Team, The Sensory Team, The No Recourse to Public Funds Team, The Direct Payments team and The Emergency Duty Service. We are also developing the Autism and Personalisation team.

Over the last 3 years, significant investment has been provided to the Complex Needs Service, and within each team we have several specialist roles which include, an Autism Lead, Social Workers, Approved Mental Health Professional, Social Care assessors, Person centred planners, Link Workers, Vision Rehabilitation Specialist, Specialist Sensory equipment assessment and installation officers, Direct Payment Coordinators, Assertive Outreach Workers, No Recourse to Public Funds Coordinators, Service Improvement and Development Leads and Project Officer.

Each role profile has a specialist training plan, to ensure staff are skilled and offered continued development. There are also lots of opportunities for career progression through our apprenticeship progression schemes.

The Complex Need and Preparing for Adult Service is an exciting landscape to work in, which is evidence based and working on the cutting edge of social work. If you like fast paced, innovation work where you will be given autonomy but high levels of support, this is the Service for you.

The role holder will be based in the Preparation for Adulthood service. We are a citywide team that collaborates with young people and their networks to create a personalised plan that addresses the individual’s specific needs, goals, and aspirations as they move into adulthood.

The service is also referred to as the ‘Transition Service’ used to describe the transfer of care and support for vulnerable young people from Children’s Social Care to Adult’s Social Care. The aim is to ensure a seamless transition, providing necessary support and services during this important life stage.

Social Care Assessor responsibilities:

• Arrange timely support considering reablement, packages of care, short breaks, carer assessments, equipment and minor adaptations to support independent living, assistive technology and support carers and family members.
• Advise citizens and refer them to appropriate services based on the observation and assessment completed, ensuring that the provision of services supports citizens maximise their independence.
• Establish rapport with citizens and work proactively with appropriate stakeholders to assess the individual’s needs and support positive outcomes for citizens.
• Complete strengths based holistic assessments and observations, identifying and arranging appropriate adult services to meet the needs of the citizen.
• Identify safeguarding and mental capacity issues and make referrals as appropriate; assist in investigations of allegations of any form of abuse to vulnerable adults.
• Actively participate in new initiatives and future changes intended to improve service delivery.

About the Candidate

We are looking for someone with the following skills:

• Communication Skills: Demonstrates an understanding of the views of others and communicates in a realistic and practical manner using appropriate language and medium, listens attentively to views and issues of others and responds to issues arising.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to absorb, understand and quickly assimilate complex information and compare information from a number of different sources. Able and confident to resolve moderately complicated queries in their area of knowledge using logical thinking to explain reasoning behind decisions or actions taken.
• Planning and Organising: Ability to organise own time effectively, creating own work schedules, prioritising, preparing in advance and setting realistic timescales. Ability to visualise a sequence of actions needed to achieve a specific goal and how to estimate the resources required. Ability to maintain sound judgement under competing priorities and pressure.
• IT Skills: Ability to use ICT systems to obtain and analyse data and present it effectively through a variety of ICT channels.
• Problem Solving and Decision Making: Is able to make effective decisions on a day-to-day basis, taking ownership of decisions, demonstrating sound judgement in escalating issues where necessary. Be logical in their thinking and explain reasoning behind decisions or actions taken.

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. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city – a vision shaped by the people of Manchester – guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours:

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester

Benefits we offer

• Generous holiday allowance – Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
• A buzzing pension – You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
• Enhanced parental and carers leave – Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
• Brilliant perks – Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
• Learn and grow – We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.
• A Good Employment Charter member – We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognise three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
• Up to 3 days volunteering leave – Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council

At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

Support During the Process

• Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
• Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the “Accessibility tools” button at the top of our careers page. This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone.

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:

• Members of the Armed Forces, veterans
• Current or former care leavers
• Have a disability or long-term condition

When You Join Us

• A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
• Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
• A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.

For more information about the role or any adjustments, email jobs@manchester.gov.uk.

What we will need from you if you’re successful

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.

Pre-Employment Checks

If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for. As a guide, these checks may include:

• Proof of Right to Work – You’ll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK.
• References – We’ll require 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, depending on the role.
• Driving Licence – If the role requires driving, we’ll need evidence of your valid driving licence.
• Medical – Medical clearance required as per role.

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

Other relevant information

We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.

For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.

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