JOB-20240819-db742659 Social Worker - Helping and Supporting Families (HAF) Team Job Title: Social Worker - Helping and Supporting Families (HAF) Team Specialism: Children's Social Work Location: Hammersmith & Fulham, UK Salary: £35.00 per hour Contract Type: Full-Time Duration: Ongoing About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Social Worker to join the Helping and Supporting Families (HAF) Team in Hammersmith & Fulham. This ongoing full-time role offers the chance to work within a vibrant and diverse London borough, supporting children, adults, and families through early intervention, community-based support, and hospital discharge pathways. You will play a key role in promoting independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes through collaborative and strengths-based practice. Perks and Benefits Competitive hourly rate: £35.00 per hour. Full-time stability: An ongoing role offering consistency and professional continuity. Locum flexibility: Enjoy autonomy and independence while gaining varied experience. Professional growth: Opportunities to broaden your skills across community, hospital, and multidisciplinary settings. Collaborative environment: Work alongside experienced professionals across health, social care, and community services. Key Responsibilities As a Social Worker within the HAF Team, you will: Lead interventions supporting new community entrants through information provision, advice, signposting, and community-based social work. Promote independence and sustained wellbeing through community social work interventions, including joint working with occupational therapy where required. Work closely with hospital-based teams to support timely and safe discharges, ensuring individuals, carers, and families receive appropriate social care support. Collaborate with community teams to support individuals with learning disabilities and mental health needs, promoting inclusion and coordinated care. Undertake assessments, care planning, and reviews in line with statutory duties, local policies, and best practice. Apply strengths-based, person-centred approaches to empower individuals and families. Maintain accurate and timely case records in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements. Work effectively with multi-agency partners to ensure holistic and responsive service delivery. Why Hammersmith & Fulham? Hammersmith & Fulham offers a unique blend of inner-London energy and strong community identity. With excellent transport links, iconic cultural venues, green open spaces, and diverse neighbourhoods, it is a fantastic place to live and work. The borough is known for innovation in social care practice and a strong commitment to supporting residents to live independently and thrive within their communities. Working with Sanctuary Personnel Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning recruitment agency specialising in social care and healthcare roles. With an 'Excellent' Trustpilot rating from over 1,000 reviews and multiple industry awards, we are committed to securing the best possible rates and roles that match your experience, skills, and career goals.