Qualified Social Worker – Surrey County Council – Hospital Discharge Team

Liquid Personnel; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Qualified Adults Social Worker for their Hospital Discharge Team in Surrey. You will conduct thorough assessments under the Care Act and coordinate services for patients transitioning from the hospital. The role offers hybrid working and requires registration with Social Work England along with relevant qualifications. The successful candidate will benefit from a supportive team and additional training opportunities.

Benefits

Twice weekly payroll

Free DBS and compliance service

Free access to exclusive social work training

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments to determine patients’ needs.
• Coordinate services for smooth transitions from hospital.
• Provide effective support and advocacy for patients.

Skills

Experience conducting assessments under the Care Act

Expertise in adult social care legislation

Coordination of services

Social Work England registration

Eligible to work in the UK

Full UK driving licence

Post-qualified experience

Degree level in Social Work

Education

Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

Job description

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Qualified Adults Social Worker – Hospital Discharge Team
Location: Surrey
Rate: Up to £33.50 per hour

An exciting job role has recently become available at Surrey County Council. They are looking for a new member for their Hospital Discharge Team.

What will your responsibilities be?

As an Adult Social Worker for the Hospital Discharge Team, your responsibilities will include conducting thorough assessments under the Care Act to determine patients’ needs and support requirements. You will coordinate services and resources to ensure smooth transitions for patients leaving the hospital. Additionally, you must demonstrate expertise in adult social care legislation and practices to provide effective support and advocacy for patients.

• Hybrid working available
• Diverse caseload
• Supportive team

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Experience conducting thorough assessments under the Care Act to determine patients’ needs and support requirements
• Experience coordinating services and resources to ensure smooth transitions for patients leaving the hospital
• Able to demonstrate expertise in adult social care legislation and practices
• Social Work England registration
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Post-qualified experience
• Degree level or equivalent in Social Work
• Twice weekly payroll
• Free DBS and compliance service
• Access to exclusive roles that aren’t available from other agencies
• Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal
• Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge
• Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK
• “Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*
• “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us*