Job Description
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Social Work Professional - Hospital Discharge & Care Management
Location: Oban, Argyll and Bute
Rate: £38.00 - £40.00 per hour
Duration: Immediate Start - End of June 2026
Working Pattern: Full-time (On-site with occasional hybrid flexibility)
Are you an experienced social care professional looking to make a meaningful impact in a stunning coastal location? We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable individual to join our team in Oban, supporting vital hospital-based social work and care management.
This is a fast-paced, rewarding role that puts you at the heart of the community, ensuring patients receive the care and protection they need as they transition back to their homes.
The Role
Working within the unique landscape of Argyll and Bute, you will manage a varied caseload focused on assessments and care management. While hospital-based experience is a plus, your expertise in Scottish social work legislation is the true priority.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conducting comprehensive assessments and managing complex care packages.
* Applying deep knowledge of Social Work Scotland frameworks.
* Ensuring compliance and advocacy under the Adults with Incapacity (AWI) Act and the Adult Support and Protection (ASP) Act.
* Navigating the Capacity Act to ensure patient rights and safety are upheld.
What's in it for you?
* Highly Competitive Pay: £38 - £40 per hour.
* Stunning Location: Based in the "Gateway to the Isles," Oban offers an incredible quality of life.
* Travel Support: While based in Oban, any required travel to Glasgow for meetings or training is fully compensated (transport/mileage).
* Flexibility: While primarily on-site to ensure seamless team integration, you may transition to a hybrid model (1-2 days at home) once established to manage admin and reports.
Requirements
We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running. To be successful, you must have:
* Extensive experience with ASP, AWI, and the Capacity Act.
* A background in Social Work Scotland standards and care management.
* The ability to work full-time in Oban (non-hybrid to start).
* Strong communication skills to collaborate with multi-disciplinary hospital teams.
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. xsngvjr
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.