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Rochdale Borough Council; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochdale Adult Care is seeking a Qualified Social Worker to join the Home First Hospital Discharge Hub. The role involves working with adults and their carers, promoting independence, and collaborating with health colleagues. Applicants must be registered with Social Work England and have completed the ASYE programme. Opportunities for training and development are provided in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Excellent training programs

Support for CPD

Opportunities to become Practice Educators

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults and their carers.
• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Join the Home First Hospital Discharge Hub.
• Promote independence and well-being.
• Work within timescales and deadlines.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Relationship Building

Education

ASYE programme

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

Application Process

To apply, please upload your CV along with a supporting statement that demonstrates how you meet the essential requirements of the person specification.

Include references to your qualifications as specified in the person specification within your CV/supporting statement.

Ensure your CV and supporting statement are anonymised.

Qualifications and Registration

The post holder must have successfully completed the ASYE programme and be registered with Social Work England.

Job Overview

Rochdale Adult Care offers an opportunity for a positive, enthusiastic Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England to join the Home First Hospital Discharge Hub, based within the Integrated Middleton Locality.

Role Requirements

• Must be a confident, dynamic individual with excellent communication skills, capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience and motivation to work with adults, their carers, and develop positive relationships with health colleagues across hospital sites.
• Ability to work within timescales and deadlines.

Desired Skills and Knowledge

• Positive team player with demonstrated social work practice.
• Excellent knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding within an Adult Care setting.
• Ability to promote a strength-based approach to assessments, support planning, and provide guidance to colleagues, service users, and carers.
• Commitment to promoting independence and well-being, utilizing natural supports and voluntary sector resources, with creative solutions.

Opportunities and Training

Opportunity to develop and progress your social work practice within a supportive environment, with access to various training and development courses.

Team Locations

• Heywood
• Home First Hospital Discharge Hub
• Middleton
• Rochdale North
• Rochdale South
• Pennine
• Prevention Front Door Service

Additional Information

Rochdale offers excellent training programs for social workers to maintain CPD, and supports those interested in becoming Practice Educators and Best Interest Assessors.

If you can make a positive difference as a Social Worker in the Home First Discharge Hub, we look forward to your application.

Contact and Further Details

For an informal discussion, contact team manager Gill Johnstone at 01706-923007 or [e-mail].

Travel and Working Conditions

Applicants must demonstrate the ability to travel around Rochdale Borough and to various hospital sites. The role involves a seven-day working rota.

Interview and Conditions

Interviews will be held on 25th June 2025.

The role is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance, and proof of qualifications and legal right to work.