Adults Social Worker – CMHT Team #000A1D831

Adults, Older People, Physical Disabilities, Qualified Social Worker, Skills
Oldham, Manchester
June 16, 2025
£30 - £30 / hour
Interim / temporary

Job Description

🧠 Mental Health Social Worker – Commissioning & Review Officer (x2)
📍 Salford – Prescott House (Little Hulton) & Ramsgate House (Lower Broughton)
💼 Interim | Adult Social Care | Office-Based with Some Flexibility

Semester Recruitment is working with Salford City Council, who are looking to recruit two experienced Social Workers to join their Community Mental Health Services as Commissioning and Review Officers.

These roles sit within integrated community mental health teams (CMHTs) as part of a Section 75 partnership with Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, delivering Adult Social Care within a multidisciplinary framework.

🔍 Role Overview:

  • Complete statutory 12-month reviews of mental health care packages

  • Ensure compliance with the Care Act and Section 117 of the Mental Health Act

  • Deliver high-quality, person-centred and strengths-based social care interventions

  • Work collaboratively with other Review Officers across Salford’s CMHTs

  • Manage out-of-area placement reviews and maintain accurate case records

  • Contribute to the effective commissioning of services, promoting best outcomes and value for money

✅ Requirements:

  • Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in adult mental health or statutory social care roles

  • Strong working knowledge of Care Act 2014, Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007), and relevant statutory responsibilities

  • Ability to travel across Salford and out-of-area placements (car driver essential)

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively

  • Willingness to undergo employment history and reference checks in line with local authority standards

🏢 Working Arrangement:

  • Primarily office-based (Prescott House or Ramsgate House)

  • Some hybrid working available depending on service needs

  • Collaborative, supportive team environment

Want to make a meaningful impact in mental health social care?
Apply today or contact Semester Recruitment for more details.

📩 CVs are being reviewed now – don’t miss out.
Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

You must have:

  • A professional qualification in social work

  • Social Work England registration.

  • Post qualified experience.

  • Enhanced DBS/Update service.

  • References required for the last 5 years of employment.

Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk:

  • Free on-going training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you.

  • Competitive Rates of pay

  • In house payroll, providing weekly payments and support

  • Enhanced DBS completed.

  • Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated and friendly team

  • An assigned dedicated & experienced consultant

  • Various employment opportunities in your preferred geographical area

If you would like to find out more information about this role, or the other opportunities Semester.co.uk have available feel free to click the ‘Apply’ button**

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