Job Title: Band 7 Social Worker Location: Torbay (Torbay & South Devon NHS Foundation Trust) Duration: 12 Weeks (initial) Start Date: ASAP Working Pattern: Full Time (Monday - Friday) Pay Rate: £30.00 per hour (Umbrella) Positions Available: 2 Role Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for 2 experienced Band 7 Social Workers to join a busy NHS service in Torbay. You will be working within a multidisciplinary team, supporting complex adult cases and playing a key role in assessment, safeguarding, discharge planning and care coordination. Key Responsibilities Complete Section 9 Care Act assessments and develop support plans Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments (MCA) Lead Section 42 safeguarding enquiries Carry out comprehensive risk assessments Complete Carers assessments Support hospital discharge planning, including funding pathways and commissioned services Manage complex caseloads and contribute to MDT decision-making Provide guidance and supervision where required Maintain accurate and timely documentation Requirements Qualified Social Worker (registered with Social Work England) Strong knowledge of: Care Act 2014 Mental Capacity Act 2005 Experience working within adult social care / hospital discharge settings Ability to manage complex cases and work autonomously Experience in safeguarding and risk management Strong communication and report writing skills Confident using IT-based case management systems Key Skills Ability to lead on complex cases and decision-making Strong MDT working and stakeholder engagement Excellent organisational and time management skills Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Commitment to person-centred and anti-discriminatory practice Additional Information Based in Torbay with potential community and hospital-based working Supportive team environment Opportunity to take a lead role in complex case management Apply Now For more information or to apply, please contact: Deane Garrard
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