Social Worker

My Social Work News; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking Social Workers for adult services in Salford. Pay rates range from £30 to £32 per hour. Candidates will receive comprehensive support, including guidance through compliance checks and access to exclusive roles. Ideal for those looking to enhance their career in a dynamic community environment.

Benefits

Exclusive roles

Contract security

Personalised support

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree, diploma, or equivalent in Social Work.
• Current registration with Social Work England is essential.
• Must have relevant experience working within adults’ services.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support adults and their families to achieve positive outcomes.
• Engage in multi-agency working to provide joined-up support.
• Participate in safeguarding and hospital discharge processes.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker with a degree or diploma

Current registration with Social Work England

Relevant UK-based experience in adults’ services

Education

Degree or diploma in Social Work

Job description

Overview

Sanctuary Personnel, a leading and highly rated social care recruitment agency, is looking for Social Workers to join adult services in Salford. Don’t just take our word for it—check out our TrustPilot reviews and see why so many social workers trust Sanctuary with their locum career.

With pay rates of £30 per hour for Social Workers and up to £32 per hour for Senior Social Workers, this is a fantastic opportunity for practitioners ready to take on a new challenge.

Not worked as a locum before? That’s absolutely fine—you’ll be well supported by Sanctuary, and here’s why:

• Exclusive roles – Access to opportunities you won’t find with other agencies.
• Contract security – Strong client relationships help us secure extensions, reducing the risk of breaks between roles.
• Flexibility for your future – If you’d like to move into a permanent position during your placement, our permanent recruitment team can guide you.
• Personalised support – Regular contact with an experienced consultant who understands the demands of adults’ social work.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with a degree, diploma, or equivalent.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Relevant UK-based experience within adults’ services.
• Willingness to complete compliance checks (with full support provided).

Why choose a locum role in Salford?

Salford offers a dynamic and rewarding place to practice, combining a strong community spirit with the professional development opportunities you’ll get from Sanctuary’s support.

• Range of teams – Roles across safeguarding, hospital discharge, learning disabilities, mental health, and older adults’ services.
• Collaborative culture – Multi-agency working is well established, ensuring joined-up support for service users.
• Career growth – Work in a progressive local authority committed to improving adult social care services.

With Sanctuary managing your compliance, contracts, and ongoing career goals, you can focus on what matters most—helping adults and their families achieve positive outcomes.

Apply today

If you’re a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker looking for your next locum role in Salford, we’d love to hear from you.

How to apply

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