Manchester City Council
Social Worker
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Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Style: Hybrid
Additional Payments: Casual Car User Allowance
Closing Date: 11.59pm, 2 September 2026
Interview Method: Face to Face
This Role Is Subject To
- 2 References - Where possible we require 3 years' history
- Qualification - Social Work Qualification and registration with Social Work England
- Medical Clearance - Pre-placement health assessment (PPHA)
- Casual Car Documentation- The successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User which means that car journeys may be necessary on an occasional basis, but are not essential to the role. If you do drive, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work, as well as provide all the appropriate documentation. You will receive an allowance per mile of business use
- DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.
We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity to join our Adult Early Support Team (AEST) as a Social Worker. This dynamic, rapidly expanding, and multidisciplinary team operates within Manchester Adult Care Services.
Our aim is to provide effective, strengths-based support from the first point of contact, aiming to prevent, reduce, or delay the escalation of needs, identify and mitigate risk, and promote the independence of Manchester residents, while contributing to the delivery of the city's prevention agenda.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Working with adults to enhance their independence by addressing their needs through alternative approaches. You will play a crucial role in delivering timely and efficient short-term interventions designed to prevent, reduce, or delay the need for long-term care and support.
- Proactively identifying and addressing risks to prevent, reduce, or delay the escalation of needs and ensure individual safety.
- Demonstrating a strong knowledge of support services, assisting both colleagues and citizens in ensuring access to appropriate support for individuals.
- Collaborating with a variety of partner agencies, including Greater Manchester Police, the VCFSE sector, primary and secondary healthcare providers, and children's services.
- Embodying 'Our Manchester Behaviours' in all aspects of your work.
For further information on the role please contact Jobs@manchester.gov.uk.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for a dynamic, passionate, and innovative individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and embraces change. If you're someone who thinks creatively and is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of Manchester residents, we'd love to hear from you.
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You should bring experience from a social care setting, particularly in supporting adults facing complex challenges. Strong collaboration skills are essential, as you'll work closely with a range of on-site partners including social care teams, police, mental health professionals, occupational therapists, and voluntary sector organisations.
The Adult Early Support Team (AEST) operates virtually, offering support without the need for face-to-face contact, promoting independence, and connecting citizens with local resources. To succeed in this role, you'll need to be adaptable, eager to develop your skills, and ready to take on a varied and rewarding position in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Requirements
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills - Is able to effectively transfer key and complex information to all levels of staff, adapting the style of communication as necessary and ensuring that this information is understood. Ability to communicate equally, appropriately and effectively with the widest range of individuals and groups across all sectors and levels of society.
- Planning and Organising - Ability to organise own time effectively, creating own work schedules, prioritising, preparing in advance and setting realistic timescales for own self and others. Has the ability to visualise a sequence of actions needed to achieve a specific goal and how to estimate the resources required. Ability to maintain focus and objectivity under various conditions and skill in managing and maintaining a multi-priority workload, progressing various ideas and plans concurrently.
- Analytical Skills - Demonstrate the ability to apply analytical and logical thinking to gathering and analysing information, designing and testing solutions to problems, and formulating plans. Application of strong analytical reasoning skills and intellectual focus, taking in the wider external and internal environments.
- Problem Solving and Decision Making - Ability to react to immediate problems of a highly complex nature with associated risk factors and deliver immediate solutions sometimes under extreme pressure.
- ICT Skills - Ability to use IT systems to retrieve, record and update information and willingness to learn to use new systems.
Applicants must be registered with Social Work England to be considered for this role.
About Us
We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.
Working for Manchester isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.
Our vision is for a Fairer, Greener, And Healthier City - a Vision Shaped By The People Of Manchester. It Guides Everything We Do At The Council And Is Brought To Life Through The Our Manchester Behaviours
- We take time to listen and understand
- We work together and trust each other
- We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
- We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
- We’re proud and passionate about Manchester
Benefits We Offer
- Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
- A buzzing pension - You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
- Enhanced parental and carers leave - Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
- Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
- Learn and grow - We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.
- A Good Employment Charter member - We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
- Up to 3 days volunteering leave - Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.
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At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.
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Guaranteed Assessment Scheme
Requirements
We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:
- Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans
- Current or former care leavers
- Have a disability or long-term condition
- If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme or any MCC positive action programme
If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the Supporting Statement section of your application.
When You Join Us
We’re a Disability Confident Employer, Offering
- A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
- Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
- A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility
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