Arrivals Social Worker

Job Overview

The New Arrivals Team is looking for a Social Worker to join our vibrant and diverse team. This role supports Unaccompanied Asylum‑Seeking Children (UASC) across Manchester, ensuring the best outcomes from arrival to adulthood.

• Develop strong relationships with children, carers, families and multi‑agency partners to progress children’s plans.
• Act as a team player, communicating effectively, remaining calm under pressure and solving problems.
• Think creatively to support children to achieve their potential.
• Seek opportunities for professional development and training offered by Manchester.

• Social Work Qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Essential Car User – must hold a full valid driving licence, provide own car and receive the Essential Car User Allowance.
• Enhanced DBS check (Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974).
• Willingness to travel within Manchester city boundaries.

• Retention payment – £2,000 pro rata.
• Flexible working arrangements and remote working.
• 26 days annual leave (increasing to 31 after 5 years).
• Annual leave purchasing scheme (up to 10 days).
• Thank you Friday toil scheme (discretionary day off every 6 weeks).
• 3 days volunteering leave per year.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Annual awards for excellence and staff recognition.
• Travel discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Accessible free parking close to the office.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Discounts at MCR + High Street.
• Access to employee assistance programme.
• Relocation package.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we provide support and adjustments for employees with physical or mental‑health conditions, disability or neurodiversity. Flexible working and disability‑related leave are available.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme:
Members of the Armed Forces and veterans; those currently in care or previously in care; those who identify as disabled or have a long‑term health condition.

Please note the closing date for applications is 30 June 2026.