At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct assessments, manage complex cases, and ensure safeguarding for adults in need.
- Company: Rochdale Borough Council, dedicated to improving adult social care.
- Benefits: Ongoing professional development, training opportunities, and competitive stipends for qualified roles.
- Other info: Flexible working days and support for career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while advancing your career in social work.
- Qualifications: Qualified social worker with experience in adult social care and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are recruiting a full‑time experienced Social Worker for the Adult Social Care team within Rochdale Borough Council. The role focuses on statutory priorities under the Care Act 2014, including strength‑based needs assessments, commissioning with the brokerage team, mental capacity assessments, safeguarding enquiries, court work, and complex case management.
Responsibilities
- Conduct strength‑based needs assessments for adults under the Care Act 2014.
- Work with the brokerage team to commission appropriate services.
- Complete mental capacity assessments.
- Perform statutory safeguarding enquiries as required.
- Handle court work and complex cases.
- Travel as required; a casual car user allowance will be paid.
- Work up to 7 days a week as service needs dictate.
Essential Professional Requirements
- Qualified social worker, registered with Social Work England.
- Experience in local authority statutory adult social care – placement or employment desirable.
- Post requires an experienced social worker; not suitable for ASYE.
- Proficiency in spoken English (Section 7 of Immigration Act 2016).
- Subject to enhanced DBS, including a barred list check against the adult workforce.
Benefits and Training
- Regular supervision and ongoing professional development.
- Opportunities for training and career progression: AMHP training, BIA training, Practice Educator training and support for student placements.
- For qualified AMHPs: inclusion in the AMHP rota with a stipend of £2025 p.a. if requirements are met.
- For qualified Best Interest Assessor: opportunity to join the BIA rota.
Social Worker in Rochdale employer: Rochdale Council
As a Payments Team Leader within our Finance Services, you will join a dynamic and supportive work environment that values your contributions and encourages professional growth. With access to internal training programs like the Leadership Academy, you will have ample opportunities to advance your career while making a meaningful impact on the Borough's financial operations. Our commitment to fostering strong relationships and embracing technology ensures that no two days are the same, making this an exciting place to work for finance professionals seeking variety and challenge.
