Job Details
Working Hours: 35 hours per week.Contract Type: Permanent, Full‑time.Additional Payments: Casual Car User Allowance.Closing Date: 29 May 2026 (deadline 11:59 pm).Interview Method: Face to Face.
Eligibility & Checks
- Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; no visa sponsorship.
- Legal right to work evidence required before commencement.
- Medical clearance required; pre‑placement health assessment.
- Casual Car Documentation and allowance per mile.
- DBS clearance and Rehabilitation of Offenders Act compliance.
- Evidence of conduct from previous employment in care or related services.
- Proof of identity, recent photograph, full employment history.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with adults to enhance independence and reduce the need for long‑term care.
- Proactively identify and address risks to prevent escalation.
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of support services; aid colleagues and citizens in accessing appropriate support.
- Collaborate with partner agencies including Greater Manchester Police, VCFSE sector, primary and secondary health‑care providers, children’s services.
- Embed “Our Manchester Behaviours” in all work.
Team Overview
The Adult Early Support Team operates virtually, delivering support without face‑to‑face contact, promoting independence and connecting individuals with local resources. The team is multidisciplinary and works fast‑paced.
Benefits We Offer
- Generous holiday allowance – up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays; increases to 31 days after five years; option to purchase two additional weeks.
- Robust pension – enrollment in local government pension scheme with life cover of three‑times salary as a lump sum.
- Enhanced parental and carers leave – designed to provide ample time to bond with a new‑born or support family.
- Perks – discounts on groceries, holidays, phone contracts, cycle‑to‑work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
- Learning and growth – workshops, training, apprenticeships, qualifications.
- Good Employment Charter membership – flexible work, pay review, unions, wellbeing support.
- Up to three days volunteer leave – pro‑rate of paid volunteering leave.
Inclusion & Equality
We are committed to creating a diverse workplace and welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially BAME, disabled individuals, and young people.
Support During the Process
- Interview adjustments – let us know if you need adjustments.
- Accessible formats – the ReciteMe tool on the careers page offers text‑to‑speech, translations and adjustable text size.
Guaranteed Assessment Scheme
We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the minimum shortlisting requirement and identify with at least one of the following criteria:
- Armed Forces members or veterans.
- Current or former care leavers.
- Have a disability or long‑term condition.
Disability Confident Employer
We provide workplace adjustments, support networks, and a commitment to accessibility standards.
Contact & Additional Information
For more information about the role or adjustments, email jobs@manchester.gov.uk.
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