Employer: Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £39,152 to £46,142 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 09 February 2026
Job Summary
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust is looking for an experienced Social Work Practitioner to join Salford Adult Social Care.
The role focuses on supporting people to live well and safely at home through strength-based conversations that promote wellbeing. Practitioners work closely with local organisations to connect people to community resources and support them in achieving their personal outcomes.
The Adult Social Care workforce is committed to improving outcomes for people living in Salford by developing a skilled and motivated team. This includes investing in continued professional development and maintaining high standards of social work practice.
Applicants should hold a degree in social work, be registered with Social Work England, have evidence of ongoing professional development, and demonstrate a strong understanding of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Safeguarding Adults.
Salford offers a dynamic working environment, with a growing economy and a thriving media, creative, and professional sector.
Main Duties of the Job
Key responsibilities include:
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Completing strengths-based assessments and promoting wellbeing using resources from social care, health, and other statutory or voluntary agencies.
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Undertaking initial assessments and managing complex and legal issues, including crisis planning.
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Providing information, advice, signposting, and transferring cases to other social work teams or services as required.
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Identifying the need for further assessment under sections 9 and 10 of the Care Act and transferring cases to the relevant social work teams.
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Completing support planning and reviews.
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Undertaking Safeguarding functions, including initial information gathering, risk assessment, safety planning, and determining whether Safeguarding Adult Enquiries under section 42 of the Care Act are required.
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Managing competing demands effectively, prioritising workload, and remaining calm under pressure.
About Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people across Greater Manchester, including Bury, Rochdale, Oldham, and Salford.
With 20,000 colleagues, NCA delivers care in both hospital and community settings, collaborating with local authorities and partners to enhance health outcomes.
The Trust encourages staff to demonstrate its three core values: Care, Appreciate, Inspire.
Employees benefit from:
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Purposeful and flexible roles
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Career development opportunities
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Competitive benefits, including generous annual leave, flexible working, and protected hours for health and wellbeing
Learn more in the Candidate Information Pack.
Job Description & Responsibilities
For a detailed list of duties and responsibilities, refer to the Job Description and Person Specification in the supporting documents. More information about working at NCA is available in the Candidate Information Pack or via the careers website.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential:
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Recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, CQSW, CSS, Dip SW, or equivalent)
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Current registration with Social Work England
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Essential:
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Full, current driving licence with a vehicle and valid MOT certificate
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Adequate vehicle insurance cover
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Ability to perform social work functions in line with legislation, policies, and best practices (Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Mental Health Act, Equality Act)
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Conduct strength-based assessments, identify urgency, and implement actions while balancing rights
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Triage safeguarding referrals effectively, considering risk, safety planning, and decision-making (Care Act 2014, s.42)
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Prioritise and monitor own workload, completing timely assessments and support planning
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Develop effective relationships with service users, carers, families, and colleagues
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Work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
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Maintain accurate, complete, and up-to-date records using appropriate IT systems
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Keep knowledge of legal, policy, procedural frameworks, and social work methods up to date
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Support and mentor less experienced staff and students
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Engage in supervision to manage workload and improve practice
Desirable:
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Additional qualifications (Best Interest Assessors, AMHP, Practice Educator, Post-Qualifying courses, or professional development)
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Knowledge of recent Government Guidelines
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Experience working with adults/carers
Disclosure & Barring Service Check
This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a DBS submission.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from candidates requiring current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered.
Skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance must provide a criminal record certificate from each country they have lived in continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants are also subject to this requirement. Guidance is available on the UK Visas and Immigration website.
UK Registration
Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. Further information is available on the NHS Careers website.
How to Apply
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