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British Red Cross; Sandwell; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

Job summary

British Red Cross is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for the 7-day hospital discharge service in Sandwell. The role involves helping people return home safely after hospital stays and maintaining their independence.

You will work with hospital teams and partners to coordinate discharge, within a small team that includes two other Support Workers, two Coordinators, and a Service Manager. Fixed-term contract until 31 December 2027, 37 hours per week, with a 5-in-7 rota and weekend work.

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence held for a minimum of 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Help people return home safely after a hospital stay and maintain their independence.
• Work closely with hospital teams and partner organisations to support discharge.
• Be part of a team with two Support Workers, two Coordinators, and a Service Manager.

Skills

Driving licence

Job description

Location: Sandwell (covering West Bromwich, Wednesbury, Tipton, Rowley Regis)

Salary: £25,877.80 per annum

Hours: 37 per week (5 days over a 7 day rolling rota. The service is opened 7 days week from 9am - 8 pm so the rota and shifts will be given in advance but they will be expected to work one full weekend in three)

Contract: Fixed term contract until 31st December 2027

Full UK manual driving licence held for a minimum of 2 years and a willingness to drive service vehicles

Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role

We are looking for a dedicated Support Worker to join our 7-day hospital discharge service in Sandwell. You’ll work closely with hospital teams and partner organisations to help people return home safely after a hospital stay and maintain their independence.

You’ll be part of a supportive team that includes two Support Workers, two Coordinators, and a Service Manager.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Support Worker

Company: British Red Cross Salary: from £25,877.80 a year, pro rata Hours: Full-time Location: Sandwell Working pattern: Field-based Job type: Contract Posting date: 5 Oct 2026 Closing date: 18 Oct 2026

Summary

Support Worker - Assisted Discharge

Location: Sandwell (covering West Bromwich, Wednesbury, Tipton, Rowley Regis)

Salary: £25,877.80 per annum

Hours: 37 per week (5 days over a 7 day rolling rota. The service is opened 7 days week from 9am - 8 pm so the rota and shifts will be given in advance but they will be expected to work one full weekend in three)

Contract: Fixed term contract until 31st December 2027

Full UK manual driving licence held for a minimum of 2 years and a willingness to drive service vehicles

Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role

We are looking for a dedicated Support Worker to join our 7-day hospital discharge service in Sandwell. You’ll work closely with hospital teams and partner organisations to help people return home safely after a hospital stay and maintain their independence.

You’ll be part of a supportive team that includes two Support Workers, two Coordinators, and a Service Manager.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

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