Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Social Worker to join Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council’s Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team, based in Droylsden, Greater Manchester.
Working within a multi-agency, multidisciplinary team, you will support disabled children and their families, collaborating with colleagues from a range of professional backgrounds who share a commitment to delivering outstanding services. You will carry a caseload of disabled children and their families, undertaking assessments, care planning, and ongoing support work in line with statutory duties.
This is a fixed-term locum position running from 20 June 2026 to 24 August 2026, paying £35–£39 per hour via the XMS portal (GM Collaboration framework). Candidates must be able to provide 5 years of references and have any gaps in employment history explained. Relevant qualifications will be verified against the job description and person specification.
Please note: GM Pledge Compliance Attributes Questions must be completed and attached to the candidate record prior to submission. Applications without this will not be progressed.
To be considered you must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. If you are available and interested, please get in touch promptly.
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
Ready to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.