Senior Social Worker

Job summary

Join St Mary's Hospital in Warrington as a Senior Social Worker and be part of changing lives for the better as you experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like. At St Mary's hospital there is a strong emphasis on teamwork, as you work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support people Acquired Brain Injuries (ABI), progressive neurological conditions, Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and Deaf Mental Health problems, As a Senior Social Worker, you will come from the NHS or private care with experience of managing a complex caseload and being responsible for social care assessments, risk assessments and completing pre-admission for discharging service users. Youll be confident and capable, and able to support and provide guidance to junior members of the team. As a Senior Social Worker you will be: Liaising with the home authorities via a named individual (Health, SSD and Probation) at the point of admission and discharge stage Collaborating with the home authorities, service users and ensuring that the

Main duties of the job

Join St Mary's Hospital in Warrington as a Senior Social Worker and be part of changing lives for the better. At St Mary's hospital, there's a strong emphasis on teamwork. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you support individuals with conditions like Acquired Brain Injuries, progressive neurological conditions, Autism Spectrum Conditions, and Deaf Mental Health problems. Must come from NHS or private care with experience in managing complex caseloads and conducting social care and risk assessments. You'll guide junior team members. Responsibilities include liaising with home authorities, collaborating with service users and families, maintaining records, and contributing to mental health reports.

About us

Elysium Healthcare is a significant employer in healthcare, committed to quality and comprehensive services. Operating in Warrington, St Mary's Hospital is a vital part of their network. Elysium places a strong emphasis on teamwork, engaging employees effectively in diverse healthcare areas. They provide services for Acquired Brain Injuries, Autism Spectrum Conditions, and Deaf Mental Health problems. The organisation supports employees through benefits and professional development. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed for wellbeing and career growth. As part of Ramsay Health Care, Elysium has a global reach, ensuring extensive opportunities for professional development.

Details

• Date posted: 15 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £42,373 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 1526955545
• Job locations: Elysium Healthcare, Warrington, WA2 8DB, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Join St Mary's Hospital in Warrington as a Senior Social Worker and be part of changing lives for the better as you experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like.

At St Mary's hospital there is a strong emphasis on teamwork, as you work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support people Acquired Brain Injuries (ABI), progressive neurological conditions, Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and Deaf Mental Health problems,

As a Senior Social Worker, you will come from the NHS or private care with experience of managing a complex caseload and being responsible for social care assessments, risk assessments and completing pre-admission for discharging service users.

You’ll be confident and capable, and able to support and provide guidance to junior members of the team.

As a Senior Social Worker you will be:

• Liaising with the home authorities via a named individual (Health, SSD and Probation) at the point of admission and discharge stage
• Collaborating with the home authorities, service users and ensuring that their families are involved in the decision making/care planning process
• Maintaining electronic/integrated records of work undertaken and completing administrative procedures
• Contribute to the preparation of reports for Mental Health Review Tribunals, appeals to MH Act Independent Hospital Managers and attending hearings
• Facilitating access to welfare rights, housing, advocacy services and associated support services

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• CQSW or CSS or Dip, SW,(e), Degree in Social Work
• Relevant experience in a similar setting
• To fully engage in Breakaway training and MVA training

Where you will be working

Location: St Mary’s Hospital, Floyd Drive, Warrington, Greater Manchester, WA2 8DB

St Mary’s provides specialised services for people with Acquired Brain Injuries (ABI), progressive neurological conditions, Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and Deaf Mental Health problems, with a layout enables you to deliver care within a low stimulus, spacious environment.

You will work alongside the multi-disciplinary team to ensure those in care are supported to make decisions and access the community. Skills are taught and support given to promote recovery and develop confidence in order for them to live a more independent life.

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Annual base salary of £42,372

• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.

• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals

• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!

• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance

• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts

• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind

• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.

• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be

• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time

• Pension contribution, to help secure your future

• Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure