Head of Service - Adults Safeguarding / DoLS - Up to £400 per day

Locum Adults Head of Service – Competitive Pay, Flexible Contract in Manchester!

Are you a Social Worker looking for a rewarding locum role in Manchester? We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!

• Job Title: Head of Service
• Location: Manchester
• Duration: 3 - 6 months ongoing
• Schedule: Mon - Fri, 9 - 5
• Start Date: April 2025
• Rate of Pay: £370 - £400 per day
• Contact: Faieq - /

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Safeguarding/DoLs for an Adults Neighbourhood Team
• Responsibilities for Adult Social Work Service/Teams
• To be responsible for the management, assessment and planning of needs led services in accordance with legislation, national and local policies and best practice including the protection and safeguarding of Children and Adults.
• To assist the Assistant Director Adult Social Care Operations & Integration to do everything possible to ensure the Department fulfils its statutory duties and CQC assurance both effectively and efficiently; within this to manage and improve Adult Social Work and the delivery of Social Care and Community Health services
• To manage and sustain relationships with health services and promote integrated ways of working within our neighbourhoods. Develop and contribute to joint working with primary care and health colleagues to ensure the delivery of an integrated partnership approach.

Requirements & Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• a current and valid Social Work England registration and pin
• experience working with ECHP or similar settings
• strong communication and interpersonal skills
• the ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care 
• access to a car for community/home visits

Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This role offers a flexible working position requires availability from Monday - Friday with flexibility where possible. The contract is for 3 to 6 months with a strong possibility of extension based on performance and service needs.

This opportunity won’t last long! Contact Faieq today at or email or click below to apply now.

Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health?

Hunter Gatherer Mental Health, incorporating HG Nursing and HG Doctors, is a leading UK recruitment agency for Mental Health Professionals, specialising in locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We help RMNs, CPNs, Social Workers, Psychologists, and Talking Therapists find high-quality jobs that match their skills and career goals.

With exclusive roles and a 4.8-star Google rating, we provide a trusted, hassle-free recruitment experience. We’re also ranked among the Top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For.

The benefits of working with us:

? Fast & simple locum registration – get set up quickly
? A network of like-minded mental health, nursing and medical professionals
? Reliable, high-paying locum jobs with bi-weekly payroll
? Specialist recruitment consultants who understand your field
? Exclusive NHS & private sector job opportunities
? CV marketing & business development support
? Industry insights, networking events & discounted CPD

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