We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker in the Hospital Discharge Team within Islington. The successful candidate will be working in a well-structured, organised team who are growing their social worker staffing levels.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable working environment with experienced leadership, whilst receiving regular supervision and training opportunities. London Borough of Islington ensure that their social workers have as much support as possible, helping them to keep a really good work life balance!
The responsibilities of the Social Worker includes:
Assess the social care needs of adults in an acute hospital setting to support timely, safe discharge
Complete Care Act assessments, mental capacity assessments, and best interest decisions in line with legislation
Work collaboratively with health professionals, families, and partner agencies to coordinate discharge planning
Arrange appropriate packages of care, placements, and community support services
Safeguard adults at risk and respond to concerns in line with statutory duties and local procedures
Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and discharge planning forums
Maintain accurate, timely, and legally compliant case records
Promote strengths-based, person-centred practice and support service user choice and independence
Manage a complex caseload, prioritising effectively to meet service demands and discharge targets.
The ideal candidate will have:
Social Work England registration
Eligibility to work in the UK
Social Work qualified (MA/BSc/DipSW/CQSW/MSc/BA)
Working with Ackerman Pierce you will be guaranteed weekly payment and access to continued profession development, including a dedicated consultant to support you through the interview and on boarding process. The position offers a long contract within a stable supportive team with a great location and excellent transport links as well as being close to central London.
To discuss this vacancy or any similar vacancies we currently have available in London, please email your updated CV or contact Carmen Thong for more information