Experienced Social Worker

Job Reference

Adults Health and Social Care – Older People’s Mental Health Team – Experienced Social Worker – Ref: – Contract: Permanent – Salary: £39,152 - £42,839 per annum (Grade 7) – Hours: 36.66 per week – Based: Spindles, Oldham Town Centre – Closing Date: Sunday 31 May 2026

Role Overview

Working within Oldham Council’s Older People’s Mental Health Team. You will support people with severe and enduring mental health conditions, manage a caseload, undertake statutory duties including assessments, developing Care & Support Plans, and completing reviews, including Section 117 reviews. You will continue to develop professionally, be accountable for delivery and promotion of social work good practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Fulfil statutory duties under legislation including the Care Act, Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, DOLS and Making Safeguarding Personal.
• Complete assessments, support plans, risk assessment...