Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Social Worker
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Enabling effective integrated working with colleagues in health, housing, police, and other partners, promoting independence through reablement approaches and safeguarding vulnerable adults in Salford.
Role Overview
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.
Key Responsibilities
- Skilled, Effective Practitioner: Acting with considerable autonomy.
- In-depth Knowledge: Of the relevant legislation, particularly the Care Act 2014.
- Social Care Assessments: Undertaking strengths based, outcomes focused assessments, person-centred support planning, and reviews.
- Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults: Following the principles of Making Safeguarding Personal, developing robust protection plans, and carrying out section 42 enquiries.
- Communication and Teamwork: Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to achieve successful outcomes for Salford residents.
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Experienced Level Requirements
- Expert Practice: In complex situations, assessing and managing higher levels of risk while promoting enablement and self-determination.
- Networking and Liaison: With a wide range of professionals and other colleagues, including at more senior levels.
- Caseload Management: Offering expert opinion inside and outside the organisation.
- Mental Capacity Assessments: Carrying out 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
- Job role with purpose and flexibility.
- Competitive benefits package, including a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities, and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities.
- Opportunities for career growth and development.
Contact Information
For further details or informal visits, contact:
- Name: Julia Martin
- Job Title: Team Manager
- Email Address: Julia.Martin@nca.nhs.uk
- Telephone Number: 07598065601
Adult Social Care Contact Team: 0161 206 0406
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