Social Worker

My Social Work News; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected social care organization in Greater London is looking for an experienced Hospital Discharge Social Worker. This hybrid position offers a competitive hourly rate of £32.00, allowing for flexibility while making a meaningful impact in community-based care. Responsibilities include ensuring safe and timely hospital discharges, conducting assessments, and coordinating care packages. The ideal candidate will hold a Social Work degree and be registered with Social Work England, with experience in adult social care. Join a supportive team in a diverse and dynamic environment.

Benefits

Full-time hybrid working

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Post-qualifying experience within adult social care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality statutory social work service.
• Facilitate safe, timely, effective hospital discharges.
• Coordinate and implement care packages.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of the Care Act 2014

Experience in hospital discharge settings

Excellent communication skills

Strong assessment skills

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Hospital Discharge Social Worker to join the Adult Hospital Discharge Team in Newham. This ongoing role offers full-time hybrid working and a competitive hourly rate, allowing you to combine flexibility with meaningful frontline practice. You will play a critical role in supporting timely, safe, and effective hospital discharges while ensuring adults receive appropriate care and support in the community.

Perks and Benefits

Full-time hybrid working: A balanced approach combining remote and on-site working to support productivity and wellbeing.

Competitive hourly rate: £32.00 per hour, recognising your skills and professional expertise.

Professional development: Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to support career progression.

Supportive team environment: Work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting that values staff wellbeing.

Community impact: Make a meaningful difference by supporting adults to transition safely from hospital to community-based care.

Key Responsibilities

As a Hospital Discharge Social Worker, you will:

Deliver a high-quality statutory social work service within the Adult Hospital Discharge Team.

Facilitate safe, timely, and effective hospital discharges in line with national discharge guidance.

Undertake Care Act 2014 assessments using a strengths-based and person-centred approach.

Coordinate and implement care packages, working closely with reablement services, home care providers, and community support services.

Complete Mental Capacity Assessments and make Best Interests decisions where required.

Undertake safeguarding enquiries and risk assessments in accordance with statutory duties.

Work collaboratively with NHS clinicians, discharge coordinators, occupational therapists, and community health professionals.

Communicate effectively with service users, families, carers, and advocates to support discharge planning.

Arrange and review care packages, including home care, reablement, residential, and nursing placements.

Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality case records using the council’s case management systems.

Contribute to multidisciplinary meetings, service improvement initiatives, and reflective practice.

Requirements

Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work

Registration with Social Work England

Post-qualifying experience within adult social care

Strong working knowledge of the Care Act 2014, hospital discharge legislation, and safeguarding frameworks

Experience working within hospital or community discharge settings (desirable)

Why Newham?

Newham is one of London’s most diverse and dynamic boroughs, offering excellent transport links, a rich cultural landscape, and a strong commitment to community-focused adult social care. Working in Newham provides the opportunity to make a real impact while benefiting from a fast-paced, supportive, and forward-thinking local authority environment.

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