Overview
Location: Hospital in Portsmouth, UK
Salary: £36.28 per hour
Contract Type: Ongoing
Work Schedule: Full-Time / Part-Time
Your Role
* Hospital Discharge Planning: Complete Care Act assessments and arrange safe, timely discharges through the Discharge to Assess (D2A) model.
* Integrated Working: Collaborate with health professionals, therapists, housing officers, and others to coordinate discharge planning and aftercare.
* Reablement Focus: Promote independence and recovery, aiming to minimise reliance on long-term care and avoid hospital readmission.
* Safeguarding Adults: Respond to concerns in accordance with Section 42 of the Care Act and local safeguarding policies.
* Mental Capacity & Advocacy: Conduct Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interest decisions; ensure access to advocacy when needed.
* Care Reviews: Monitor and evaluate care packages for effectiveness, quality, and value for money.
* Documentation: Maintain accurate records in line with legal and local authority standards using electronic case management systems.
What We're Looking For
Qualifications & Registration
* Social Work degree or equivalent
* Registered with Social Work England
Experience
* Prior experience in adult social care, ideally in hospital discharge, intermediate care, or reablement
* Solid understanding of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, and NHS Discharge to Assess processes
Skills
* Confident working in a multidisciplinary team
* Strong assessment, planning, and time-management abilities
* Experience with complex decision-making and working under pressure
* Knowledge of Continuing Health Care (CHC) and NHS-funded care pathways
* Familiarity with Mosaic or similar case management systems
Attributes
* Calm, organised, and resilient under pressure
* Strong commitment to person-centred care
* Positive, collaborative, and solution-oriented approach
Why Portsmouth?
Portsmouth offers a coastal location with a vibrant community for living and working.
Working with Sanctuary Personnel
Sanctuary Personnel is a multi-award-winning recruitment agency with a strong track record of matching professionals to roles that reflect their experience, skills, and values.
Apply today
Apply now to play a vital role in ensuring safe, effective discharges for adults in Portsmouth. Your social work expertise can make a meaningful difference.
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