Overview
Qualified Social Worker – Adults Hospital Discharge. Location: West Yorkshire. Pay Rate: £35 per hour. Contract Type: Locum (Flexible Agency Role).
Are you an experienced and passionate Social Worker with a background in hospital discharge? Would you like to join a supportive and forward-thinking team where your expertise directly impacts patient recovery, independence, and wellbeing?
We’re working with a local authority in West Yorkshire seeking skilled Qualified Social Workers to join their Hospital Discharge and Home First Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support people transitioning from hospital to home, while working in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment. Take the next step in your social work career while making a real difference to those recovering from hospital care.
About the Role
As part of the Hospital Discharge Team, you’ll help facilitate timely, safe discharges from acute settings — ensuring the right care and support is in place from day one.
You will:
* Manage a caseload of adults with complex needs
* Carry out strengths-based assessments and create tailored care and support plans
* Deliver statutory responsibilities, including Care Act assessments, reviews, and safeguarding interventions
* Work closely with health professionals, therapy teams, discharge coordinators, and care providers
* Prioritise early intervention, recovery, and independence
* Participate in a duty rota (1 week in every 4)
This is an excellent opportunity to make a tangible impact at a critical point in service users\' lives, while also enjoying a collaborative team environment and regular professional supervision.
About You
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
* A recognised Social Work qualification (BSc, BA, MA, DipSW, CQSW)
* Registration with Social Work England
* Hospital discharge experience or equivalent acute-based adult services background
* In-depth understanding of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding frameworks
* Experience of managing a complex caseload and working under pressure
* Strong communication, assessment, and decision-making skills
* A commitment to person-centred, rights-based practice
What You’ll Get with Pertemps
We’re not just another agency — we’re your career partner.
With Pertemps Social Care, you\'ll benefit from:
* A dedicated recruitment consultant with access to exclusive UK-wide roles
* A fast and hassle-free online registration process
* Ongoing compliance and admin support
* Prompt and reliable weekly payroll
* Access to generous referral bonuses — earn £250 for every successful recommendation!
Easily Commutable From: Leeds | Bradford | Wakefield | Huddersfield | Halifax | York | Doncaster | Sheffield | Manchester | Rochdale | Oldham | Bury | Bolton | Preston | and surrounding areas across West Yorkshire and the North West
Refer & Earn - Not looking right now? Refer a colleague or friend and receive £250 per successful placement. There’s no cap — the more you refer, the more you earn!
Apply today, or contact us for more information.
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