Social Worker LBHF622375

Hampshire County Council; City Of London; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in London is seeking a Permanent Social Worker for their Charing Cross Hospital Discharge Team. The role involves completing Care Act assessments, facilitating safe discharges, and collaborating with various health and community teams. Candidates should have experience in social work practices related to hospital discharges. This position offers opportunities for flexible working and values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Comprehensive reward package

Flexible working opportunities

Inclusive workplace policies

Qualifications

• Experience in social work with a focus on hospital discharges.
• Ability to work with various partners in health and social care.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals.

Responsibilities

• Complete Care Act assessments for safe discharges.
• Facilitate partnerships with NHS and community teams.
• Support and supervise student social workers.
• Maintain high standards of social work practice.

Skills

Care Act assessments

Adherence to the Care Act 2014

Mental Capacity Act 2005 knowledge

Collaborative working

Supervision skills

Job description

Salary range: £47,925 - £51,228 per annum
Work location: Charing Cross Hospital, Fulham Palace Rd, London W6 8RF
Hours per week: 36.00
Contract type: Permanent
Vetting requirements: Enhanced DBS Check
Closing date: 2 November 2025
Interview date: Week Commencing 10 November 2025
Contact details for Informal discussion: Aferdita Koka via email on [e-mail]

About the role

We are delighted to recruit for a permanent Social Worker to join our Charing Cross Hospital Discharge Team. The team delivers a hosted hospital discharge model, providing assessment and discharge support to residents of Westminster, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea and London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. You will work with Acute Hospital trusts, Community Health Teams, Community Independence Service, local CCGs, Continuing Health Care Teams and other partners to ensure safe and timely discharges.

Responsibilities

• Complete Care Act assessments and ensure adherence to the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
• Facilitate safe discharges and partner with NHS/Health colleagues across hospital trusts and community teams.
• Support the senior practitioner and Team Manager with discharges, providing supervision to student social workers.
• Maintain excellent standards of Social Work practice underpinned by the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005.

Commitment to you

H&F offers a comprehensive reward package, flexible working opportunities and an inclusive workplace. We value diversity, continuous improvement and the contribution of every team member.

EEO, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. 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 Qualification (GOQ) applies. We are a Disability Confident Employer – committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.

Adjustments

We are committed to removing barriers in the workplace and this includes adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss any adjustments or request the application form in a different format, please contact [e-mail] or by post to The Town Hall, King Street, Hammersmith W6 9JU.