Qualified Social Worker – Hospital Team

Pertemps; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable staffing agency is seeking a Qualified Social Worker for the Hospital Discharge Team in South Yorkshire. The successful candidate will manage assessments and care planning to support vulnerable adults. Applicants should have 2–4 years in Adult Social Care and be registered with Social Work England. The role offers £35 per hour and various support from the agency.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant

Weekly pay

Generous referral scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–4 years’ experience in Adult Social Care.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding frameworks.
• Ability to create effective support and care plans.

Responsibilities

• Carry out person-centred assessments in a hospital setting.
• Work collaboratively with NHS colleagues and families.
• Support timely and safe discharges.

Skills

Strong understanding of the Care Act

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage a diverse caseload

Commitment to best practice

Education

Social Work England registration

Job description

Qualified Social Worker – Hospital Team
Location: South Yorkshire
Pay Rate: £35 per hour

Join a passionate, supportive, and forward-thinking team within Adult Services – Hospital Discharge Team. We're looking for experienced Qualified Social Workers who are committed to putting people at the heart of everything they do.

The Role
As a Hospital Social Worker, you’ll work at the frontline of care planning and discharge, making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable adults. With your skills and expertise, you'll support timely and safe discharges, helping individuals regain independence and reduce their risk of harm.
You’ll:

• Carry out person-centred assessments in a hospital setting.
• Use your professional judgment to create effective support and care plans.
• Work collaboratively with NHS colleagues, families, and other professionals.
• Ensure all interventions uphold dignity, empowerment, and best practice.
• Make informed decisions that lead to safe, sustainable outcomes.

This is a high-impact role where no two days are the same — ideal for social workers who thrive in fast-paced environments and want to see tangible results from their work.

What We’re Looking For
Social Work England registered
Minimum of 2–4 years’ experience in Adult Social Care
Strong understanding of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act & safeguarding frameworks
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to manage a diverse caseload and prioritise effectively
Commitment to best practice, dignity, and empowerment

Desirable Experience

• Hospital discharge planning or reablement
• Multi-disciplinary working across health and care
• Mentoring or supporting junior staff/students

In Return, Pertemps Offers You:

• A dedicated consultant with access to roles across the UK
• Fast, hassle-free registration
• Weekly pay, reliably and promptly
• Ongoing compliance support
• Generous referral scheme – refer a friend and earn!

Easily commutable from: Oldham, Trafford, Ashton under Lyne, Macclesfield, Bury, Altrincham, Bolton, Preston, Blackpool, Lancaster, Middleton, Urmston, Huddersfield, Irlam, Stretford, Eccles, Salford, Rochdale, Stockport, Harpurhey, Longsight, Chester, Warrington, Runcorn, Bradford, Wirral, Liverpool, Leeds, York, Wakefield, Huddersfield, Manchester, Normanton, Pontefract, Keighley, Shipley, Batley, Bingley, Otley, Halifax, Castleford, Burnley, Sheffield, Barnsley, Oldham, Preston, Halifax, Rotherham and Doncaster and surrounding areas.

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Contact us today for more information or to apply!