Falkirk | 💰 Up to £42 per hour | ⏱️ Immediate Start
Looking for your next high-impact contract in adult services?
We’re working with a well-established Health & Social Care Partnership in Falkirk to recruit an experienced Social Worker into a fast-paced Hospital Discharge Team — where you’ll play a key role in supporting safe, timely discharges and improving outcomes for vulnerable adults.
💡 Why this role stands out
* 💰 Up to £42 per hour - strong market rate
* 📄 3–6 month contract with excellent extension potential
* 🚀 Immediate / quick start available
* 🤝 Supportive, experienced management team
* 🏥 Work in a collaborative hospital MDT environment
* 🎯 Make a direct impact on reducing delayed discharges
🧩 The Role
You’ll be part of a dedicated Hospital Discharge Team, working at the heart of the hospital to ensure individuals are discharged safely with the right support in place.
This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where your assessment skills and ability to coordinate care will be key.
🔍 Key Responsibilities
* Complete strengths-based assessments to support safe discharge planning
* Work closely with patients, families, and carers to develop appropriate care plans
* Assess capacity and risk, ensuring decisions align with legislation
* Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams (nurses, doctors, AHPs)
* Arrange care packages, placements, and community support
* Ensure smooth transitions from hospital to community services
* Maintain accurate, timely case records
✅ What we’re looking for
* Qualified Social Worker
* Registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)
* Recent experience in adult social work (hospital discharge or community ideal)
* Strong skills in assessment, care planning & risk management
* Confident working in a fast-paced MDT environment
* Excellent communication and organisational ability
📩 Interested?
Apply now or get in touch for more details — interviews are being arranged quickly and this role won’t stay open for long