Hospital Discharge Social Worker - Pathway Specialist

Liquid Personnel; Sutton; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

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Job summary

Liquid Personnel is seeking a skilled Social Worker to join the Hospital Pathway Adult Social Work Team in Sutton. You will support adults moving from hospital to community services, coordinating timely discharge and safeguarding as needed.

The role requires SW England registration, a UK driving licence, and post-qualification experience. A full UK working entitlement is essential, with a commitment to person-centred discharge planning and close collaboration with healthcare colleagues.

Qualifications

• Must hold Social Work England registration.
• Eligible to work in the UK at time of application.
• Must have a full UK driving licence.
• Post-qualified experience preferred.
• Degree level or equivalent in Social Work required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop discharge plans with healthcare teams and families.
• Manage a caseload with timely hospital discharge to community or residential settings; address safeguarding concerns.
• Provide ongoing advocacy and ensure patient rights and needs are prioritised during discharge.

Skills

Social Work England registration

Eligible to work in the UK

Hold a full UK driving licence

Post-qualified experience

Education

Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

Job description

Liquid Personnel is seeking a skilled Social Worker to join the Hospital Pathway Adult Social Work Team in Sutton. You will support adults moving from hospital to community services, coordinating timely discharge and safeguarding as needed.

The role requires SW England registration, a UK driving licence, and post-qualification experience. A full UK working entitlement is essential, with a commitment to person-centred discharge planning and close collaboration with healthcare colleagues.