Social Worker

My Social Work News; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social work recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Locum Social Worker to join the Adults Hospital Team. This full-time position at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary offers an excellent hourly rate of £35 and involves key responsibilities such as conducting care assessments and contributing to hospital discharge strategies. Ideal candidates will have experience in adult safeguarding and multidisciplinary collaboration, contributing to essential care planning in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Locum flexibility

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Experience in social work with adults, particularly in hospital settings.
• Knowledge of statutory requirements related to care assessments.
• Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments and develop care and support plans.
• Contribute to post-discharge reviews and decision-making.
• Address safeguarding concerns per statutory requirements.
• Assist with team operations through duty rota management.

Skills

Care Act assessments

Mental Capacity Act assessments

Safeguarding

Collaboration

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Locum Social Worker – Adults Hospital Team
Location: Huddersfield Royal Infirmary, Huddersfield, UK
Hourly Rate: £35.00
Contract Type: Full-Time, Ongoing (37 hours per week, Monday to Friday)

Step into a rewarding role as a Social Worker within the Adults Hospital Team at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. This full-time locum opportunity offers an excellent hourly rate of £35 and the chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of vulnerable adults at a crucial stage in their care journey. You will play a key role in hospital discharge planning, working in a supportive team committed to safe transitions from hospital to home or community settings.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Care Act assessments and develop tailored care and support plans to facilitate safe and timely hospital discharges.
• Complete Mental Capacity Act assessments and participate in Best Interest decisions as required.
• Attend and contribute to post-discharge reviews, including Decision Support Tool (DST) meetings where appropriate.
• Address safeguarding concerns and contribute to adult protection work in line with statutory requirements.
• Join the team duty rota (after initial familiarisation period), assisting with the management of incoming cases and maintaining efficient team operations.

Benefits and Working Environment

• Locum Flexibility: Enjoy short-term freedom with long-term value – locum roles offer flexibility, variety, and strong earning potential.
• Professional Growth: Work on complex cases that broaden your skills while supporting your continued professional development.
• Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a nurturing team environment where support, communication, and shared learning are central to practice.
• Career Diversity: Gain valuable experience across hospital discharge, adult safeguarding, and capacity assessments – no two days are the same.

About Huddersfield

Huddersfield is the perfect mix of town and countryside, with the scenic Pennines on your doorstep and a vibrant community spirit in the heart of West Yorkshire. Known for its strong cultural heritage, excellent transport links, green spaces, and welcoming neighbourhoods, Huddersfield is a fantastic place to live and work.

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