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Social Worker - Hospital Discharge

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Randstad

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Location:
United Kingdom , Falkirk

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Salary:

37.00 - 42.00 GBP / Hour

Job Description:

Are you a proactive Social Worker with a talent for navigating complex systems? We are looking for a dedicated professional to join our Hospital Discharge Team in Falkirk. This role is critical in ensuring safe, timely transitions from hospital settings back into the community, reducing delayed discharges, and improving patient outcomes.

Job Responsibility:

  • Conducting robust Section 1 assessments and community care assessments within a hospital ward environment
  • Coordinating complex discharges, including Adults with Incapacity (AWI) cases and Power of Attorney (POA) involvements
  • Collaborating closely with consultants, occupational therapists, nursing staff, and families
  • Identifying and mitigating barriers to safe discharge to prevent readmission

Requirements:

  • Proven track record of working within a hospital discharge or acute social work team
  • Strong understanding of the Social Care (Self-directed Support) (Scotland) Act and Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act
  • Degree in Social Work and current SSSC registration
  • Ability to negotiate and communicate effectively under pressure
What we offer:
  • One of the highest pay rates in the region for hospital-based social work
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Supervision
  • Weekly pay
  • One committed and dedicated point of contact
  • An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer to us

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 11, 2026

Expiration:
April 16, 2026

Work Type:
On-site work
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