Adults Social Worker - Home First Team

Service Care Solutions; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking an experienced Locum Adults Social Worker to support patients transitioning from hospital to home. You will work primarily at Morriston Hospital, coordinating discharges and developing care plans to enhance independence. Ideal candidates will have experience in hospital settings and relevant registration. This role requires strong communication and decision-making skills and offers a full-time schedule from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Care Wales or eligible for registration.
• Experience in hospital discharges or acute settings.
• Knowledge of the Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate effective discharge pathways.
• Conduct assessments as per the Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act.
• Manage a caseload in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Hospital discharge experience

Communication skills

Assessment skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Registration with Social Care Wales

Job description

Overview

Locum Adults Social Worker – Home First Team, Swansea City and County Council. Location: Primarily Morriston Hospital with coverage at Singleton, Neath Port Talbot, and Gorseinon.

Swansea City and County Council is seeking to recruit a qualified and experienced Adults Social Worker to join the Home First Team on a locum basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated social worker looking to make a meaningful impact by supporting adults during critical transition periods from hospital to home.

The Home First Team plays a pivotal role in facilitating timely, safe and person-centred discharges from hospital settings back into the community. The team works collaboratively with health professionals, therapists, discharge coordinators and community partners to ensure individuals receive the right support at the right time. You will join a supportive, experienced group of professionals committed to strengths-based outcome-focused practice.

Role Responsibilities

• Based primarily at Morriston Hospital with potential duties at Singleton, Neath Port Talbot, and Gorseinon.
• Work closely with patients, families, health staff and care providers to plan and coordinate effective discharge pathways.
• Undertake assessments in accordance with the Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act 2014.
• Ensure timely safeguarding and mental capacity assessments when appropriate.
• Support the development of care and support plans that promote independence and reduce hospital readmission.
• Manage a caseload in a fast-paced environment where effective decision-making and resilience are key.

What Swansea are looking for

• Registered with Social Care Wales (or eligible for registration).
• Proven experience in hospital discharge or working within an acute setting.
• Knowledge and practical application of the Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding procedures.
• Strong communication, assessment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a multidisciplinary team.
• Available to start as soon as possible and able to work on-site five days per week (Monday-Friday).

Ready to Apply?

If you have the relevant experience and can start at short notice, we would love to hear from you. Please send across your CV as soon as possible for immediate consideration.