Social Worker - Adults Hospital Team - Blackburn - Sanctuary Personal

Job Title:Social Worker
Specialism:Adults Hospital Team
Job Location:Blackburn
Salary: £30 Hourly
Type: Locum, Full Time, Ongoing (37 Hours Per Week),

Start Date:

31 August 2026 End Date: 6 November 2026 with Potential Extension

Are you seeking an opportunity where your skills can make a real impact? Blackburn with Darwen Council is currently on the lookout for a proficient Social Worker to join their renowned Adults Hospital Team, specifically within the Discharge to Assess (D2A) team based at 10 Duke Street, Blackburn, BB2 1DH
. This temporary role, running Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm for 37 hours a week, offers a compelling opportunity to utilise your expertise while earning £30 per hour. If the idea of flexibly contributing to the welfare of others excites you, this is the role for you!

• – Full Time:
  Embrace a stable work schedule of 37 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 9 am to 5 pm, giving you your weekends free!
• – Competitive Pay:
  Earn a rewarding pay rate of £30 per hour, recognising your valuable contributions.
• – Skill Enhancement:
  Working in a dynamic hospital setting provides you with ongoing learning opportunities to refine and diversify your expertise.
• – Network Growth:
  Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team, expanding your professional network and learning from fellow industry specialists.

• – Conduct strengths-based social care assessments within D2A assessment bed settings, honing in on the unique needs of each individual.
• – Undertake Care Act assessments and reviews, ensuring all processes adhere to regulatory standards.
• – Facilitate safe and timely discharge planning, coordinating with various healthcare professionals to streamline transitions and promote independence.
• – Evaluate ongoing care and support needs following acute hospital admissions to ensure comprehensive care plans are developed.
• – Manage care packages and community-based services, ensuring each plan is tailored to patients’ needs.
• – Collaborate with nurses, therapists, discharge coordinators, and other MDT professionals to promote seamless care coordination.
• – Advocate for independence, focusing on enabling individuals to return to their preferred living environments whenever possible.
• – Conduct risk assessments and contribute to safeguarding enquiries to protect and empower service users.
• – Work closely with patients, families, carers, and partner agencies, ensuring a holistic approach to care management.
• – Maintain precise and timely case records and reports, ensuring all documentation reflects person-centred care goals.

Blackburn is a vibrant place to work and live, combining a rich history with a forward-thinking spirit. Experience the blend of urban charm and countryside serenity, offering the best of both worlds. Make Blackburn your next professional destination!