Adult Hospital Discharge Social Worker

Looking for a fast-paced, rewarding Social Work role with genuine flexibility?

Leaders in Care is recruiting for a Community Care Social Worker to join a supportive Pathway 3 service. You’ll play a vital role in helping people leave hospital safely, coordinating effective discharge plans and ensuring the right support is in place for patients and their families.

What’s on offer

£38 per hour
Hybrid working – just 1–2 days per week in the office
Community-based role with visits as required
A busy, varied caseload within an experienced and collaborative team
Exclusive Leaders in Care loyalty bonus
Weekly check-ins and ongoing support throughout your placement
Reliable, market-leading timesheet and payroll support
Work with a specialist agency backed by 460+ five-star Google reviews 
The role 

As part of the Pathway 3 service, you’ll support safe and timely hospital discharge for people with more complex care needs. You’ll work closely with patients, families, health colleagues and community providers to:

Complete strengths-based assessments and care planning
Coordinate discharge arrangements and onward community support
Manage safeguarding and risk appropriately
Help prevent delayed discharges while ensuring safe outcomes
Work collaboratively across health and social care services 
What you’ll need

A recognised Social Work qualification
Active Social Work England registration
Experience in hospital discharge, community care, adult social care or complex case management is highly desirable
The ability to manage a fast-paced caseload and undertake community visits
Interested?

If this sounds like the right next move, send your CV and availability to (url removed) or call Georgia on (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation.

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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed