As a Locum Adults Social Worker, you will be responsible for:
✔️ Undertaking Section 42 Enquiries in line with the Care Act 2014
✔️ Working within the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) framework
✔️ Supporting adults at risk of abuse, neglect, and exploitation
✔️ Liaising with multi-agency partners including NHS, police, housing, and voluntary services
✔️ Managing a complex caseload and responding to urgent safeguarding concerns
✔️ Contributing to strategy meetings, risk assessments, and case conferences
✔️ Providing person-centred and strengths-based interventions

What Manchester are looking for:

To be successful in this role, you will need:
🔹 A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree / DipSW / CQSW)
🔹 SWE registration
🔹 Experience in adult safeguarding, including Section 42 Enquiries
🔹 Knowledge of mental health legislation, policies, and best practice
🔹 Ability to work in a high-pressure environment, prioritising and managing cases effectively
🔹 Strong communication, assessment, and decision-making skills
🔹 A commitment to promoting independence, dignity, and choice for vulnerable adults

Manchester are offering;

✅ Competitive pay rate of £30.00 per hour
✅ Work with an experienced and supportive team
✅ Opportunity to make a real impact on vulnerable adults in Manchester
✅ Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities
✅ Flexible working arrangements (subject to service needs)

Join Manchester City Council and be part of a dedicated team making a difference in adult safeguarding!