Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Social Worker
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About the Role
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.
Successful Candidates
Successful candidates will receive a full induction into the organisation and will be fully supported to settle into the role. We recognise the commitment, dedication and hard work of our staff and we will provide you with the support you need to be happy and healthy both at work and at home which is why we consider all flexible working requests.
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.
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Key Requirements
- Skilled, effective practitioner acting with considerable autonomy.
- In-depth knowledge of the relevant legislation in particular the Care Act 2014.
- Skilled in undertaking strengths based, outcomes focused social care assessments, person-centred support planning and reviews.
- 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.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to achieve successful outcomes for Salford residents.
Experienced Level Requirements
- Demonstrate expert and effective practice in complex situations, assessing and managing higher levels of risk while promoting enablement and self-determination.
- Network and liaise with a wide range of professionals and other colleagues, including at more senior levels.
- Manage a caseload and offer expert opinion inside and outside the organisation.
- Skilled in carrying out mental capacity assessments and holding best interest meetings.
About Us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham, and Salford, to save and improve lives.
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As a large NHS Trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and collaborating closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we are always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire – to join our team.
Benefits
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Daniel McBride
- Job title: Team Manager
- Email address: Daniel.McBride@nca.nhs.uk
- Telephone number: 07850909322
Adult Social Care Contact Team - 0161 206 0406
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