Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Grade H. Scale 29 – £39,862 to Scale 34 – £45,091 with a professional bar at Scale 31 – £41,771
Hours Per Week: 36
Base Location: Wilshaw House, Wilshaw Lane, Ashton‑under‑Lyne, OL7 9QG
Assessment Date: To be arranged
The Role
Join Our Team as an Adult social Care Mental Health Social Worker Leading on Section 117 of the Mental Health Act.
Do you thrive in a collaborative, person‑centred environment where innovation and compassion go hand in hand? If so, we want to hear from you!
Tameside Adult Social Care is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Mental Health Social Worker to lead on Section 117 responsibilities and drive excellence in support planning, reviews, and community integration. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a forward‑thinking team that values creativity, partnership, and the principles of the Care Act 2014 and Mental Health Act 1983.
Your main duties as a S117 Mental Health Social Worker include:
- Lead Care Act Reviews for individuals under Section 117, ensuring their needs are met across various care settings.
- Deliver timely care management by maintaining regular reviews and ongoing support, advice and monitoring eligibility for S117.
- Maintain accurate records by updating all care documentation on the LAS system.
- Support hospital discharges through collaborative planning, support and funding with health partners, attending discharge meetings.
- Promote independence using strengths‑based approaches and community resources.
- Review eligibility and reassess needs, including managing discharges from Section 117 in partnership with the ICB.
- Engage in multi‑disciplinary working by attending MDTs and staying current on funding protocols.
- Provide expert guidance and training to colleagues about Section 117 of the Mental Health Act.
- Contribute to policy development by helping shape integrated Section 117 procedures and best practices.
About You
What we’re looking for:
- Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Experience in mental health social work and knowledge of Section 117.
- Strong understanding of the Care Act 2014 and safeguarding principles.
- Excellent communication, organisational and partnership‑building skills.
- Passion for person‑centred, strengths‑based practice.
What We Offer
- A supportive, inclusive team culture.
- Opportunities for career progression and specialist training.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Access to wellbeing support and professional supervision.
- The chance to truly make a difference.
This post is subject to Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure Procedures. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
This post is a designated customer‑facing role under the fluency duty and requires a specified level of spoken English.
Unfortunately, at this time we are not able to offer sponsorship.
We are committed to developing a culture which respects individuals, appreciates difference and allows everyone regardless of background to reach their full potential. We are proud to be an accredited disability confident employer. Reasonable adjustments will be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 in relation to the job role criteria.
We have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers, carers, and ex‑military personnel. Please refer to our guaranteed assessment scheme for more information.
Our rewards and benefits package can be viewed.
If you’re excited by this opportunity and want to be part of a team that’s transforming lives through compassionate, innovative social work and would like to discuss the post, please contact Joanne Scott Team Manager, joanne.scott@tameside.gov.uk or Maria Botterill Service Unit Manager, Maria.botterill@tameside.gov.uk.
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Job Description & Person Specification
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