Hospital Discharge Social Worker

Hybrid Working | Flexible Hours | Supportive Hospital Team

Looking for your next opportunity in Hospital Discharge with a local authority that understands the importance of flexibility, work-life balance, and professional support? We're recruiting experienced Hospital Discharge Social Workers to join a well-established team in Redbridge, supporting safe and timely discharges from hospital. With hybrid working available 3-4 days per week and flexible hours that accommodate commitments such as school runs, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

• Hybrid working
  - Work from home 3-4 days per week, with a balance of hospital and community-based working.
• Flexible working hours - A supportive management team that understands the importance of balancing work with personal commitments.
• 35-hour working week
  - Full-time hours designed to support a better work-life balance.
• Career development opportunities
  - Ongoing training and progression within Adult Social Care.
• Supportive team environment
  - Join an experienced multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality services.
• Stable local authority employment
  - Enjoy the security and benefits of working within the public sector.

As a Hospital Discharge Social Worker, you'll be based within the hospital, working as part of a busy multidisciplinary team to support individuals through the Discharge to Assess (D2A) pathway and ensure safe returns home. Working across a 7-day service (with a requirement to work at least one Saturday or Sunday as part of the rota), you'll complete strengths-based assessments, coordinate care, and work alongside health professionals to prevent unnecessary delays and achieve positive outcomes for service users.

• Completing Care Act Assessments.
• Supporting individuals through the Discharge to Assess pathway.
• Arranging and reviewing care packages to facilitate safe discharge home.
• Managing safeguarding concerns where appropriate.
• Working closely with NHS colleagues, therapists, ward staff, and community services.
• Supporting discharge planning from the Emergency Department and hospital wards.
• Maintaining accurate case records and delivering person-centred interventions.

To be considered, you'll need:

• A recognised Social Work qualification (BA, MA, DipSW or equivalent).
• Current Social Work England registration.
• At least 2-3 years post-qualified experience within Adult Social Care.
• Previous experience in Hospital Discharge or Discharge to Assess services.
• A good understanding of the Care Act, safeguarding, and strengths-based practice.

Referral Bonus:
Know someone who'd be a great fit? Refer them and receive £500 upon their successful placement.