Adult Social Worker First contact team #000A28DE1

Adults, Older People, Physical Disabilities, Qualified Social Worker, Skills
Castleford
July 2, 2025
£35 - £35 / hour
Interim / temporary

Job Description

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

The following is essential criteria:

– Degree in Social Work

– SWE Registration

– Right to work within the UK

Are you a passionate and skilled social worker with experience in hospital settings? Wakefield Council is seeking a dedicated Senior Social Worker to join our Hospital Social Work Team, helping patients and their families navigate the complexities of hospital discharge and post-care services.

 

About the Role:

 

As a Senior Social Worker within our hospital team, you’ll play a vital role in providing high-quality social work services to patients, families, and healthcare professionals. You’ll work in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring safe and effective discharge planning, while advocating for the needs and rights of individuals and promoting their well-being.

 

This is a rewarding and varied role that requires strong leadership, critical thinking, and a person-centred approach to care. You’ll manage complex cases, support and mentor junior colleagues, and work to ensure that patients receive the appropriate care and services after leaving the hospital.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

  • Discharge Planning & Assessment: Manage a caseload of patients requiring social work intervention for safe and effective discharge.

  • Collaboration: Work closely with doctors, nurses, occupational therapists, and other professionals to ensure integrated care and support for patients.

  • Leadership: Provide support, guidance, and supervision to junior staff within the team, promoting best practice and continuous improvement.

  • Advocacy & Safeguarding: Ensure the voice of the patient is heard and that all care decisions are made in their best interests, with a focus on safeguarding and welfare.

 

What We’re Looking For:

 

  • Experienced Social Worker with a strong background in hospital or healthcare settings.

  • Leadership Skills: Demonstrated experience in supervising and supporting social work staff, fostering a supportive team environment.

  • Person-Centred Approach: Passion for advocating on behalf of vulnerable individuals, with a focus on patient dignity and autonomy.

  • Excellent Communication: Ability to build effective relationships with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.

  • Adaptability & Problem-Solving: Ability to manage complex cases and respond flexibly to changing circumstances.

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

You must have:

  • A professional qualification in social work

  • Social Work England registration.

  • Post qualified experience.

  • Enhanced DBS/Update service.

  • References required for the last 5 years of employment.

Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk:

  • Free on-going training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you.

  • Competitive Rates of pay

  • In house payroll, providing weekly payments and support

  • Enhanced DBS completed.

  • Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated and friendly team

  • An assigned dedicated & experienced consultant

  • Various employment opportunities in your preferred geographical area

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