Adults Social Worker- Hospital Discharge

Reed; Lancashire, Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 63,000; Part time

Job summary

A council in England is looking for an experienced Adults Social Worker to join their Hospital Discharge Team. You will play a key role in facilitating smooth transitions for individuals leaving the hospital. The ideal candidate is passionate about making a difference, with a minimum of 3 years of social work experience and registered with Social Work England. The pay rate is £30 per hour, with various benefits offered through our recruitment team.

Benefits

Dedicated Recruitment Consultant

Free CV building and Interview support

Weekly payroll

Qualifications

• Must be registered with Social Work England.
• Minimum of 3 years post-qualifying social work experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete Care Act assessments and support planning for patients leaving hospital.
• Work with health professionals to facilitate smooth transitions.
• Identify risks and implement plans to protect vulnerable adults.
• Arrange care packages and support to promote independence.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker

Experience in Care Act assessments

Knowledge of safeguarding

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Our client, a Great Manchester Council, is seeking an Adults Social Worker to join their Hospital Discharge Team.

Fantastic payrate of £30 per hour!

Are you an Adults Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community?

Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

Responsibilities of this role:

• Complete Care Act assessments and support planning for individuals preparing to leave hospital.
• Work closely with health professionals, discharge coordinators, and community services to facilitate smooth transitions.
• Identify risks and safeguarding concerns, implementing robust plans to protect vulnerable adults.
• Arrange care packages, placements, and community support to promote independence and well-being.
• Ensure compliance with the Mental Capacity Act and best interest decision-making where required.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to multi-disciplinary discharge planning meetings.
• Respond promptly to urgent cases and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements of this role:

• Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.
• Must have minimum of 3 years post qualifying social work experience.

Benefits of working through Reed, include:

• Dedicated Recruitment Consultant.
• Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team.
• Free CV building and Interview support.
• Free DBS checks.
• Weekly payroll.
• PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more.
• CPD contributions.
• Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients.
• Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010.

Does this role interest you? Apply today!