Adult Social Worker - Transforming Care Team - Leicester - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing agency is seeking an experienced Adult Social Worker for the Transforming Care Team in Leicester. This role involves facilitating safe hospital discharges for individuals with complex needs, including learning disabilities and mental health issues. The position offers flexibility of locum work while maintaining competitive pay of £34.00 per hour. Candidates must be adept in tribunal work and legal documentation, ensuring proper advocacy throughout the care transition process.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive pay

Professional development opportunities

Work-life balance offers

Qualifications

• Experience as an Adult Social Worker, particularly in complex case management.
• Ability to effectively advocate for individuals during discharge processes.
• Strong knowledge of legal requirements related to mental health and disability.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate safe hospital discharges for individuals with complex needs.
• Complete tribunal and court documentation accurately.
• Develop tailored discharge and care plans collaboratively.
• Advocate for individuals’ rights during transitions.
• Engage with families and provide support throughout the process.

Skills

Hospital discharge expertise

Knowledge of complex learning disabilities

Court documentation skills

Advocacy skills

Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams

Job description

Adult Social Worker – Transforming Care Team

Adult Social Worker – Transforming Care Team

Location: Leicester, UK
Pay Rate: £34.00 per hour
Contract: Locum | Full Time | Ongoing

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Adult Social Worker to join the Transforming Care Team in Leicester. This specialist locum role focuses on hospital discharge for individuals with complex Learning Disabilities, Autism, and/or Mental Health needs. Working full time on an ongoing basis, you will play a vital role in supporting safe transitions from hospital into the community, using your expertise in tribunal work, court documentation, and Section 117 cases to deliver meaningful outcomes.

Perks and Benefits

Locum Job: Enjoy the flexibility and freedom locum work offers while maintaining a full-time schedule

Competitive Pay: Earn £34.00 per hour in recognition of your skills and experience

Professional Development: Access ongoing learning opportunities to support career progression

Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible working arrangements alongside full-time stability

What You Will Do

Facilitate safe and effective hospital discharges for individuals with complex learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs

Complete tribunal and court documentation accurately, ensuring compliance with legal and statutory requirements

Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to develop tailored discharge and care plans

Advocate for individuals’ rights, ensuring appropriate support during discharge and community transition

Engage with families and carers, offering guidance and support throughout the care process

Why Leicester? Leicester is a vibrant and culturally diverse city offering an excellent quality of life. With strong transport links, thriving markets, green spaces, and a lively social scene, it provides an ideal balance between professional opportunity and lifestyle enjoyment.

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