Social Worker - Hospital Team

Job Title

• Social
• Worker -
• Hospital
• Team
• Location:
• Redbridge
• Pay
• Rate: £32 per hour

Job Description

Liquid Personnel is recruiting a Social Worker for its client’s Hospital Team in Redbridge. The role focuses on supporting safe, timely, and person-centred hospital discharges for adults with care and support needs. It involves working closely with health professionals, patients, families, and community services to assess needs, plan support, and ensure continuity of care from hospital to home or other settings..

• What will your responsibilities be?
• Undertake assessments in accordance with the Care Act 2014 for individuals in hospital settings
• Develop and implement discharge plans that promote independence, safety, and wellbeing
• Collaborate with NHS colleagues, discharge coordinators, and community teams to ensure timely discharges
• Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns in line with statutory duties
• Complete Mental Capacity Act assessments and contribute to best interest decisions
• Liaise with families, carers, and advocates to support person-centred planning
• Maintain accurate and timely records using electronic case management systems
• Provide advice and guidance on social care pathways, funding options, and community resources
• Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings and discharge planning forums
• Contribute to service development and continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

• Make a Difference: Help change the lives of adults
• Great Team: Work with a supportive and collaborative crew.

Qualifications: & Experience:

• To be successful in this role you must have,
• Social Work England registration
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Hold a full UK driving licence