Social Worker - Hospital Team

Ackerman Pierce Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A social care provider in London seeks a qualified Social Worker for the Wandsworth Hospital Team to deliver high-quality discharge services. You will assess, manage risks, and support hospital discharges while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate has strong social care experience and excellent communication skills. This role offers professional development and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Supportive supervision

Training and career development

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Strong post-qualifying experience within adults' social care.
• Confidence working with individuals with physical, cognitive, and communication impairments.
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding practice.

Responsibilities

• Complete holistic assessments and manage risks.
• Support safe and timely hospital discharges.
• Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision-making

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

Qualified, SWE-registered Social Worker

Job description

Social Worker – Hospital Team

Salary: £38,976 - £52,767
Location: Wandsworth, London
Contract: Permanent, Full Time (36 hours)
Service: Adult Social Care - Hospital Team (Wolfson Neuro-Rehabilitation Unit)

About the Role

A rare opportunity has become available for a Social Worker to join the Wandsworth Hospital Team, based within the Wolfson Neuro-Rehabilitation Unit at Queen Mary's Hospital. This is a specialist setting supporting adults with complex physical, cognitive, and communication needs. In this role, you will deliver a high-quality hospital discharge service that promotes independence, well-being, and positive outcomes for residents and their carers.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete holistic assessments, manage risks, and make proportionate, evidence-based decisions.
• Support safe and timely hospital discharges, including complex arrangements and housing applications.
• Manage referrals, maintain patient flow, and act as a safeguarding enquiry officer.
• Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team, attending weekly MDT meetings and Goal Planning sessions.
• Liaise effectively with external agencies and local authorities, including supporting patients from other boroughs.
• Contribute to a person-centred, strengths-based approach that empowers residents and families.

About You

• Qualified, SWE-registered Social Worker.
• Strong post-qualifying experience within adults' social care.
• Confidence working with individuals with physical, cognitive, and communication impairments.
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and time management skills.
• Proactive, solution-focused approach and commitment to high-quality practice.
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory duties, and safeguarding practice.

What's on Offer

• Supportive and regular supervision.
• Access to training and career development through the Adult Social Care Academy.
• A friendly, collaborative, and well-established hospital team.
• A chance to develop specialist skills within an integrated health setting.

The role is primarily based at the Wolfson Unit, Queen Mary's Hospital, Roehampton, with occasional work at St George's Hospital as part of the wider service.

Contact Phil at Ackerman Pierce.