Social worker

Randstad Care; Denny; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency seeks a compassionate Social Worker to join a Hospital Discharge team in Denny. This role includes conducting assessments, developing discharge plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe transitions for patients. Applicants must be qualified Social Workers with relevant experience, including safeguarding vulnerable individuals. This position offers flexible hours, competitive pay rates, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Competitive Pay Rates

Professional Development

Free training

Pension Scheme

Referral Bonus

Weekly payroll

Dedicated Support

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting social work assessments.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Skills in arranging care packages and providing advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive social work assessments to identify patients' needs.
• Collaborate effectively with medical staff and community services.
• Arrange appropriate care packages and provide information to families.
• Safeguard vulnerable adults, adhering to legislation and policies.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to service development.
• Prevent delayed discharges and promote patient independence.

Skills

Car driver licence

At least 3 years hospital discharge experience

Education

Qualified Social Worker

SSSC registration as a Social Worker

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Social Worker to join a Hospital Discharge team. This is a vital role, ensuring seamless and safe transitions for patients leaving hospital, and providing crucial support to both individuals and their families.

If you are passionate about advocating for vulnerable adults, possess excellent communication and organisational skills, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment, we want to hear from you. This is your opportunity to contribute to a supportive and collaborative team within a dynamic healthcare setting in the heart of Falkirk.

Benefits

• Flexible Hours: Control your work hours and choose assignments that fit your lifestyle.
• Competitive Pay Rates: We offer highly competitive remuneration for each placement.
• Professional Development: Opportunities to work across various departments, enhancing your skills and broadening your expertise.
• Free training: Keep up to date with your Continuous Professional Development.
• Pension Scheme: Contributory pension.
• Referral Bonus: Receive £300 in vouchers (subject to Ts and Cs).
• Weekly payroll: Randstad runs a twice‑weekly payroll, enabling you to control your finances by receiving weekly pay.
• Dedicated Support: Our team is here to assist you at every step, from onboarding through the entirety of your placement. We can even help with sourcing accommodation and travel, if required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive social work assessments to identify patients' needs and develop personalised discharge plans.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including medical staff, nurses, therapists, and community services.
• Arrange appropriate care packages, including home care, equipment, and financial support.
• Provide information, advice, and advocacy to patients and their families.
• Safeguard vulnerable adults and children, adhering to relevant legislation and policies.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to service development.
• Work to prevent delayed discharges and promote patient independence.

Qualifications and registrations

• Qualified Social Worker.
• SSSC registered as a Social Worker.

Skills

• Car driver licence.
• At least 3 years hospital discharge experience.

If you are interested in discussing the position further, please contact Leah Rowley on 0131 240 0887 or email for a confidential discussion.