Senior Social Worker -Hospital Discharge Team – Kingston – £36 an hour

Liquid Personnel; Kingston upon Thames; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Social Worker to join a busy Hospital Discharge Team in Kingston. This role involves managing caseloads, conducting assessments, and ensuring compliance with relevant codes and legislation. With options for remote/hybrid working, comprehensive training, and an attractive hourly rate, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to high-quality social care.

Benefits

Free DBS and compliance service

Access to exclusive roles

Free social work training and CPD portal

Dedicated consultant

Twice weekly payroll

Qualifications

• Experience in adult social care, conducting Mental Capacity Assessments.
• Post-qualified experience and valid UK driving license.
• Social Work England registration required.

Responsibilities

• Managing complex caseloads and assessing customer needs.
• Conducting risk assessments, developing support plans, and ensuring timely interventions.
• Supervising staff and promoting team practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Risk Assessment

Team Collaboration

Safeguarding

Education

Degree or equivalent in Social Work

Job description

Liquid Personnel is currently recruiting for an experienced and qualified Social Worker to join a busy Hospital Discharge Team based in Kingston.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring compliance with conduct codes and legislation
• Managing complex caseloads and assessing customer needs
• Supervising staff and maintaining qualifications
• Developing partnerships and promoting team practices
• Ensuring safety, handling escalations, and staying updated on service developments
• Conducting risk assessments and reviews
• Communicating effectively and maintaining relationships
• Sharing knowledge and contributing to team performance
• Supporting development, acting on feedback, and ensuring high-quality service
• Supporting managers, maintaining confidentiality, and working off-site
• Challenging practices and adhering to standards
• Undertaking additional duties as required
• Specializing in case management, safeguarding, and occupational therapy
• Conducting assessments, developing support plans, and ensuring timely interventions
• Handling safeguarding concerns and recommending equipment and adaptations
• Supporting rehousing assessments and progressing based on performance and standards
• Demonstrating leadership and supervising staff to ensure quality and contribute to improvements

Benefits:

• Remote/hybrid working options
• Reputation and strong links with health partners
• Supportive team with comprehensive training
• Excellent hourly rate of up to £36

Qualifications and Experience:

Applicants must have experience in adult social care, conducting Mental Capacity Assessments, setting up care packages, and support planning. Essential requirements include Social Work England registration, eligibility to work in the UK, a full UK driving license, post-qualified experience, and a degree or equivalent in Social Work.

How to apply:

If interested, click apply below or contact 0345 241 9590 for more information.

• Twice weekly payroll
• Free DBS and compliance service
• Access to exclusive roles
• Free social work training and CPD portal
• Dedicated consultant
• Wide range of social work positions across the UK
• Referral bonuses of £500 per successful placement and £250 for your own job