Team Manager - QSW- Adults - Hospital Discharge

Pertemps; Calderdale; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Team Manager for Adults Social Care in West Yorkshire. The successful candidate will lead a Hospital Discharge Team, ensuring effective planning and safeguarding. Applicants should be a registered Qualified Social Worker with proven leadership experience in adult services. This full-time role operates from multiple hospital locations, offering competitive pay and support from a dedicated consultant.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant for exclusive roles

Streamlined onboarding support

Weekly payroll

Referral bonus scheme

Transparent communication

Qualifications

• Registered Qualified Social Worker with a strong managerial background.
• Experience in hospital discharge or safeguarding teams.
• Excellent understanding of current adult social care legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of social workers in hospital discharge.
• Oversee Care Act assessments and ensure timely safeguarding responses.
• Work with NHS and partner agencies for effective multi-agency collaboration.

Skills

Leadership/management experience in adults services

Understanding of adult social care legislation

People management and supervision skills

Case management in a fast-paced environment

Commitment to person-centred care

Education

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England

Job description

Team Manager – Adults Social Care (Hospital Discharge)
Location: West Yorkshire
Pay Rate: £40 per hour
Contract Type: Agency | Full-time (Office-based role with on-site requirements)

Overview

Are you an experienced Team Manager with a background in Adults Social Care and hospital discharge? Ready to take on a vital leadership role that directly supports safe and person-centred care for adults leaving hospital? Pertemps Professional Recruitment is seeking a skilled and motivated Qualified Social Work Team Manager to lead a dedicated Hospital Discharge Team in West Yorkshire. You’ll be at the heart of operations, driving quality practice, managing complex casework, and supporting your team through high-pressure frontline work.

Your Role Will Include

• Leading and supporting a team of Social Workers and practitioners delivering hospital discharge planning and safeguarding work.
• Overseeing Care Act assessments, capacity decisions, and case management.
• Managing a duty function within the team and ensuring timely, effective responses to safeguarding concerns.
• Working closely with NHS, health professionals, and partner agencies to ensure seamless multi-agency working.
• Ensuring your team’s compliance with relevant legislation including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, Human Rights Act, and Mental Health Act.
• Maintaining a strong presence across hospital sites and local offices to support staff and ensure operational excellence.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.
• Proven leadership/management experience in adults' services—especially within hospital discharge or safeguarding teams.
• Excellent understanding of current adult social care legislation and statutory responsibilities.
• Strong people management and supervision skills, with the ability to motivate and support team members.
• Confidence managing complex cases and risk in a fast-paced environment.
• A commitment to high-quality, person-centred care and positive outcomes for vulnerable adults.

Important Notes

• This role is fully office-based, with regular attendance required at:
  • Calderdale Royal Hospital
  • Huddersfield Royal Infirmary
  • Princess Buildings, Halifax

What Pertemps Offers

• A dedicated consultant with access to exclusive UK-wide roles.
• Streamlined onboarding and compliance support.
• Prompt and reliable weekly payroll.
• Referral bonus scheme – earn for recommending colleagues.
• Transparent communication and full support throughout your assignment.

Ideal for Candidates Commuting From: Leeds, Halifax, Huddersfield, Bradford, Wakefield, Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Barnsley, Doncaster, Sheffield, Castleford, Pontefract, York, and surrounding areas.

Not Quite the Right Fit? We also recruit across all Qualified Social Work roles – including: Team Managers, Service Managers, Best Interest Assessors (BIA), IROs, MASH, Safeguarding, and both Adults and Children’s Services.

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Lead a team that helps vulnerable adults receive safe, timely, and empowering care as they transition from hospital to home.