Hospital Social Work Lead: Safeguarding & Care Transitions

Hampshire County Council; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to join the Frimley Park Hospital Social Work Team. You’ll lead and support a team of social workers, handle safeguarding and complex cases, and contribute to resource allocation and service delivery to ensure best outcomes for adults leaving hospital.

In addition to a £3,000 market supplement, the role offers a salary range and opportunities for progression within a dynamic health and social care environment.

Qualifications

• SWE registered Social Worker with current registration and eligibility to practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Senior Case Workers and Social Workers.
• Assess risk and make safeguarding decisions.
• Support the duty function and deputise for the Team Manager.
• Assist in strategic planning and service delivery.
• Provide regular supervision and support to team members.
• Travel to other locations within Hampshire as required.

Skills

Team leadership

Supervision

Risk assessment

Safeguarding

Strategic planning

Education

SWE-registered Social Worker

Job description

Hampshire County Council is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to join the Frimley Park Hospital Social Work Team. You’ll lead and support a team of social workers, handle safeguarding and complex cases, and contribute to resource allocation and service delivery to ensure best outcomes for adults leaving hospital.

In addition to a £3,000 market supplement, the role offers a salary range and opportunities for progression within a dynamic health and social care environment.