Social Worker

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

Job Title

Social Worker

Location

Cross-Site

Salary

Hospice Band 6, £39,388 £46,580 Pro rata, Competency Based Framework

Hours

30 hours over 4 days

Contract

Permanent

Introduction

At Moya Cole Hospice, there’s one thing that motivates us and that’s providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting Illnesses.

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering outstanding person-centered care that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure Moya Cole is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Social Worker to join our Patient and Family Support Team, working across our Little Hulton and Heald Green sites to support people living with a life limiting illness, and those close to them.

The Role

As part of a compassionate, multidisciplinary team, you will provide specialist palliative social work interventions that place the individual at the centre of care. You will bring professional expertise, emotional insight, and a commitment to supporting what matters most to patients and families.

You will:

• Deliver specialist social work assessments and interventions in both inpatient and community settings.
• Provide compassionate, person centred support to patients, families and carers navigating complex emotional, practical and safeguarding needs.
• Offer expert guidance to colleagues on social work practice, legislation and safeguarding.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, doctors, counsellors, chaplaincy and other professionals to ensure coordinated, safe and effective care.
• Build strong relationships with external agencies to advocate for individuals’ rights, wishes and outcomes.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement, education and innovation within the hospice.

Requirements

You will be a committed and compassionate Social Worker who brings both professional expertise and a genuine passion for supporting people.

You will have:

• A recognised Social Work qualification (Masters/Degree/DipSW) and registration with Social Work England.
• Significant post qualifying experience, ideally including work within palliative care, health, adult social care or another complex setting.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and assessment skills, with the ability to work sensitively and collaboratively.
• A sound understanding of relevant legislation, including the Mental Capacity Act, Care Act and safeguarding frameworks.
• Confidence in managing complex information and maintaining accurate electronic records.
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and use initiative to prioritise work.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development in line with Social Work England requirements.

If this sounds like the next step in your social work career, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Benefits

• 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
• Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Heath cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution (or the ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contribution’s into the scheme in the previous 12 months)
• Life cover
• Free parking
• Discounted meals on site
• Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
• Opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a structured development framework
• IIP Platinum employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

How to Apply

If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Click HERE to apply.

Please contact Joanne Rhodes on 0161 498 3669 or email joanne.rhodes@moyacole.org.uk if more information is required.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS Check at the level appropriate to the role, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Timescales

We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlined below.

Closing date: 6th April 2026

Interview date: 17th April 2026