Social Worker

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured EAP

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Occupational sick pay

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is inviting applications for a Social Worker within the Intermediate Care Team, countywide in Hampshire with hybrid working. You will support individuals with complex mental health needs, facilitate timely hospital discharges, and review s.117 aftercare needs, promoting independence through strengths-based interventions.

You will work in a supportive team, participate in reflective practice, and have opportunities for professional development and supervision.

Qualifications

• Social Work qualification and registered with Social Work England (SWE).
• A sound understanding of how to apply a strengths-based approach.
• Understanding of social work issues, legal frameworks and social services’ statutory duties.
• Commitment to demonstrating our values and behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Engaging in comprehensive assessments and reviews of individuals in the community who have eligible s.117 aftercare needs.
• Supporting the hospital discharge planning process through timely and effective assessments.
• Managing a diverse caseload, providing guidance and supervision to Case Workers and Senior Case Workers, and offering expert advice on complex cases.
• Collaborating in a multi-disciplinary manner, effectively negotiating with individuals, their families, and other professionals to achieve positive results.
• Triaging safeguarding referrals and making well-informed decisions to ensure the best possible outcome.

Skills

Social Work qualification

SWE registration

Strengths-based approach

Legal frameworks

Job description

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Social Worker

Job Reference: HCC624950
Salary Range: £41,985 - £46,565 pro-rata, per annum
Work Location: Countywide, Hampshire (Hybrid Working)
Hours per week: Full-time and part-time hours are available
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 8 October 2026
Please note applications will be reviewed once submitted, therefore this advert may close early depending on volumes of applications received.

The Role:

Joining our Intermediate Care Team as a qualified and experienced Social Worker, you will play an integral role in supporting individuals with diverse and complex mental health needs. The team works closely with Mental Health Hospital Teams and Joint Commissioners to facilitate timely hospital discharge, identify and review eligible Section 117 aftercare needs, and promote independence through strengths-based interventions. ICT typically support for up to 4 to 6 weeks post discharge, ensuring individuals have the right support in place to achieve successful community outcomes.

You’ll thrive in a supportive team environment where sharing experiences and learning from each other is encouraged. You’ll have opportunities to participate in group and individual reflective practice, allowing you to expand and develop your knowledge and expertise.

What you’ll do:

• Engaging in comprehensive assessments and reviews of individuals in the community who have eligible s.117 aftercare needs.
• Supporting the hospital discharge planning process through timely and effective assessments.
• Managing a diverse caseload, providing guidance and supervision to Case Workers and Senior Case Workers, and offering expert advice on complex cases.
• Collaborating in a multi-disciplinary manner, effectively negotiating with individuals, their families, and other professionals to achieve positive results.
• Triaging safeguarding referrals and making well-informed decisions to ensure the best possible outcome.

What we’re looking for:

• Social Work qualification and registered with Social Work England (SWE).
• A sound understanding of how to apply a strengths-based approach.
• Understanding of social work issues, legal frameworks and social services’ statutory duties.
• Commitment to demonstrating our values and behaviours, showing compassion, empathy and respect.

• Make a difference:Watch this shortvideo to find out more about the important work our Mental Health Teams do.
• Career growth: Opportunities for experienced social workers.View our career pathways for more information about opportunities within our Adults Social Work service.
• Excellent Practice Validation:Progress to a Senior Social Worker role through our Excellent Practice Validation programme. Our Senior Social Workers are paid a market supplement of £3,000 per annum.
• Professional development:Continuous learning and supportive supervision.
• Work-life balance:Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life.
• Employee support:Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more information here .

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Other job titles you may be searching for: Welfare Worker, Social Services, Case Manager, Social Work Practitioner.

Travel Requirements:

You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire and the Isle of Wight or other local authority, and it is essential that you have a current drivers’ licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis.

Values Based Recruitment:

We recruit for attitudes and values in Adults’ Health and Care. We invite you to evidence how you demonstrate our 5 core values in your application. For more information on our values, please refer to the candidate pack.

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.