Do you have a passion for social work? Enabling effective integrated working with colleagues in health, housing, police, and other partners, promoting independence through reablement approaches and safeguarding vulnerable adults in Salford.

You will be responsible for carrying out social work duties, requiring the highest levels of skills, knowledge, and professional expertise. You will work as part of a team with both your colleagues and partner organisations.


Potential TUPE Transfer

Adult Social Care services in Salford are currently delivered by Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust and are expected to transfer to Salford City Council during 2026.

As this role forms part of those services, the successful candidate is likely to transfer to Salford City Council under the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE), subject to the transfer proceeding as planned. Any transfer would be managed through the appropriate formal process, including consultation and support for affected employees.


  • You will be a skilled, effective practitioner acting with considerable autonomy.
  • You will have an in-depth knowledge of the relevant legislation in particular the Care Act 2014.
  • You will be skilled in undertaking strengths based, outcomes focused social care assessments, person-centred support planning and reviews.
  • You will possess the knowledge, skills, and experience to safeguard vulnerable adults following the principles of Making Safeguarding Personal and developing robust protection plans whilst carrying out section 42 enquiries.
  • You will have the ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to achieve successful outcomes for Salford residents.

    At experienced level, you will need to demonstrate expert and effective practice in complex situations, assessing and managing higher levels of risk while promoting enablement and self-determination.
  • You will need to network and liaise with a wide range of professionals and other colleagues, including at more senior levels.
  • You will need to manage a caseload and offer expert opinion inside and outside the organisation.
  • You will be skilled in carrying out mental capacity assessments and holding best interest meetings.

Application

Please follow the link to apply - Apply now :: Northern Care Alliance Careers

For further details please see the attached Job Description

Supporting Documents

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Location

Turnpike House, Eccles Road, Salford, M50 1SY, United Kingdom

Job ID

15737