Social Work Lead - Hospital Discharge & Complex Care (Relocation)

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free staff parking

Training and development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Staff discount scheme

Job summary

Gloucestershire County Council is seeking a Social Work Lead for the Hospital Discharge and Assessment Team in Gloucestershire. You will lead supervision, mentoring, and professional development for Social Workers, guiding complex, high‑risk cases and ensuring best practice in line with legislation.

The role requires SWE registration, completion of the ASYE with at least 2 years post-qualification experience, and a commitment to delivering positive outcomes for local communities.

Qualifications

• Have a social work qualification and be SWE registered.
• Complete ASYE programme with at least 2 years post completion service.
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
• Have the passion to promote people’s strengths and the ability to make a difference in a safe working approach to social work practice.
• Have up to date knowledge of legislation and demonstrable experience of providing credible approaches to practice.
• Be able to prioritise, using a risk based approach

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise professional development of Social Workers.
• Coordinate and manage section 42 enquiries and other high‑risk situations.
• Guide practitioners through complex cases and promote accountability and best practice.

Education

Social Work qualification

SWE registered

Job description

Gloucestershire County Council is seeking a Social Work Lead for the Hospital Discharge and Assessment Team in Gloucestershire. You will lead supervision, mentoring, and professional development for Social Workers, guiding complex, high‑risk cases and ensuring best practice in line with legislation.

The role requires SWE registration, completion of the ASYE with at least 2 years post-qualification experience, and a commitment to delivering positive outcomes for local communities.