Children’s Social Worker, Hospital Discharge Team

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Children's Social Worker to join their Hospital Discharge Team in Manchester. This role offers a competitive pay rate of £30 per hour and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on a 'home first' approach. As a vital member of the team, you will manage safeguarding cases and conduct essential assessments, ensuring smooth transitions for patients. With the flexibility of hybrid working options, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in social work while enjoying a balanced work-life dynamic.

Benefits

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Qualifications

• Experience in hospital discharge work is essential.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage safeguarding cases and complete assessments for care placements.
• Work closely with a supportive team to facilitate hospital discharges.

Skills

Capacity Assessment

Best Interests Assessment

Strengths-based Assessment

Safeguarding Cases Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Qualified Social Worker

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Client:

Vitalis

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

Children’s Social Worker, Hospital Discharge Team

Pay rate to £30 per hour

Vitalis are recruiting for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to work in a Hospital Discharge Team in Manchester City Council.

We are looking to appoint a hospital discharge social worker for a 5-month contract based at Wythenshawe hospital. The role is 35 hours a week, typical hours 9-4.30. The Social Worker will primarily be based on-site at Wythenshawe hospital, but we can offer up to 2 days hybrid working a week depending on demand. The hospital discharge team is a friendly, supportive team of social workers who work closely supporting discharges from hospital.

The candidate will have a firm ethos of a 'home first' approach to hospital social work and be able to work in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities. The worker must be experienced in completing capacity and best interests assessments. Strengths-based assessment skills are essential.

The role involves duty work, managing safeguarding cases, and working dynamically to overcome barriers to discharge. We advise on a home first approach, but in situations where this cannot be done, the worker will need to complete full assessments for 24-hour care placements. Experience in hospital discharge work is essential, and the person must be a good team player, able to work with others from various disciplines, while being compassionate and supporting families.

Work with Vitalis to Discover Exciting Opportunities in Qualified Social Work, Housing, and SEND

• At Vitalis, we’re here to make your career journey seamless and rewarding. Here’s how we support you every step of the way:
• Dedicated Consultant – Gain access to a specialist consultant who knows the market inside-out, has connections to roles across the UK, and is ready to provide tailored career advice and job search support.
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• Exclusive Incentives – Enjoy referral schemes, bonuses, and other exciting perks.
• Compliance Simplified – Leave the paperwork to us! We handle ongoing compliance, so you can focus on your career.
• Fast, Reliable Payroll – Get paid promptly and consistently without any worries.

Whether you’re a qualified social worker or have an interest in housing or SEND roles, we have the opportunities you’ll want to hear about.

Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:

• Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
• Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
• Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
• Looked After Children (LAC)
• Children’s Social Work
• Adult Social Work
• Service Manager
• Head of Service
• Team Manager
• Assistant Team Manager
• A wide range of housing roles
• Careers in SEND in local authorities

Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!
Contact me on or 07521053670 for more information.