Qualified Social Worker - #1665971

Social Worker - Hospital Discharge Team, Manchester Council

Are you an experienced Adult Social Worker?

Do you have a passion for supporting people to regain their independence and safely transition from hospital to home?

Randstad is currently recruiting for a dedicated Social Worker to join the Hospital Discharge Team at Manchester City Council. This is a full-time locum role offering up to £30.00 per hour, providing an excellent opportunity to work within a fast-paced, person-centred environment that focuses on timely and safe discharges from hospital settings.

About the Role

As a Social Worker in the Hospital Discharge Team, you will work closely with health professionals, families, and community services to coordinate discharge planning. Your role is to ensure that individuals leaving hospital receive the right care and support to recover safely, reduce hospital readmissions, and promote long-term wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake Care Act assessments in hospital settings or virtually.
• Collaborate with NHS colleagues to support safe and timely discharges.
• Develop person-centred care and support plans, involving service users and their families in decision-making.
• Arrange appropriate packages of care, residential placements, or community-based support where required.
• Assess mental capacity where relevant and complete best interest decisions.
• Record case work accurately and maintain compliance with statutory duties and local procedures.

Requirements

• Registration with Social Work England
• Qualified Social Worker with a Social Work Degree or equivalent
• Enhanced DBS check
• Previous experience in hospital discharge, reablement, or community adult social care
• Knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, and discharge to assess models

What We Offer

• Mileage reimbursement
• Dedicated consultant providing one-to-one support
• Access to CPD and training through our online learning portal
• Weekly payroll with competitive pay rates
• Opportunities with a well-respected local authority
• Weekly vacancy updates tailored to your location
• £300 referral bonus for recommending colleagues (terms and conditions apply)

How to Apply

If you have any questions or wish to apply, please contact Bikram on (phone number removed) or email . Alternatively, click "Apply" below and we'll be in touch shortly.

Thinking about your next move? Whether you're an experienced locum, returning to social work, or considering a permanent role, we'd be happy to offer a confidential conversation about opportunities that suit your skills and lifestyle.

Let me know if you want versions adapted for part-time, weekend-only roles, or to include specific hospital trusts.

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.

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.