*Adults Social Worker – Preparing for Adulthood Team – #000B1AE71

Job Description

Are you passionate about empowering young people as they take their first steps into adulthood? Bury Council’s Preparing for Adulthood (PFA) Team is seeking an experienced Adults Social Worker to support young people aged 14–25 with care needs, disabilities, and complex transitions into adult life.

You will hold a caseload of transition work, driving excellent transitions planning aligned with the national Preparing for Adulthood framework. Key responsibilities include building effective partnerships across services, schools, colleges, and health; championing young people’s voices and aspirations; and modelling strengths-based, person-centred, co-productive approaches that maximise independence and inclusion.

The team works closely with Children’s Services, Education, Health, and SEND, benefiting from a values-driven culture built on kindness, collaboration, and trust. You will receive regular supervision, access to high-quality training, leadership development opportunities, and flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Ideal candidates will be qualified social workers with experience in adult social care, transitions work, or disability services. You must be organised, solution-focused, and able to collaborate across agencies with clarity and purpose.

This is a temporary role based at Roach Bank Road, Hollins Brook Park, Bury (BL9 8RN), paying £30 per hour. Start date 22 June 2026, end date 22 September 2026. Three years’ references required with employment gaps checked.

If you are ready to make a real difference in a connected, ambitious borough, apply today.

What’s on offer:

* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly
* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders
* A desirable location with great transport links
* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment

Why join Semester.co.uk?

* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills
* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll
* Enhanced DBS processing included
* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support
* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen location

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