£30 Per Hour
Full Time
Contract
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Social Care
Posted 6 days ago
Expires In 23 Days
Job Description
Pay rate to £30 per hour
Vitalis are recruiting for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to work in a Hospital Discharge Team in Manchester City Council.
We are looking to appoint a hospital discharge social worker for a 5 month contract based at Wythenshawe hospital. The role is 35 hours a week, typical hours 9-4.30. Social Worker will primarily be based on site at Wythenshawe hospital, but we can offer up to 2 days hybrid working a week depending on demand. The hospital discharge team, is a friendly supportive team of social workers who work closely supporting discharges from hospital.
The candidate will have a firm ethos of a 'home first' approach to hospital social work, and be able to work in a fast paced environment whilst being about to to work flexibly managing competing priorities. The worker must be experienced in completing capacity and best interests assessments. Strengths based assessment skills are essential.
The role involves duty work, managing safeguarding's and working dynamically to overcome barriers to discharge. We advise on a home first approach but in situations where this cannot be done the worker will need to complete full assessments for 24hr care placements. Experience in hospital discharge work is essential and the person must be a good team player able to work with others from a variety of disciplines, whilst being compassionate and supporting families.
Work with Vitalis to Discover Exciting Opportunities in Qualified Social Work, Housing and SEND
- At Vitalis, we’re here to make your career journey seamless and rewarding. Here’s how we support you every step of the way:
- Dedicated Consultant – Gain access to a specialist consultant who knows the market inside-out, has connections to roles across the UK, and is ready to provide tailored career advice and job search support.
- Hassle-Free Registration – Our easy online registration process gets you started quickly and effortlessly.
- Exclusive Incentives – Enjoy referral schemes, bonuses, and other exciting perks.
Compliance Simplified – Leave the paperwork to us! We handle ongoing compliance, so you can focus on your career. - Fast, Reliable Payroll – Get paid promptly and consistently without any worries.
Whether you’re a qualified social worker, or have an interest in housing or SEND roles, we have the opportunities you’ll want to hear about.
Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:
- Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
• Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
• Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
• Looked After Children (LAC)
• Children’s Social Work
• Adult Social Work
• Service Manager
• Head of Service
• Team Manager
• Assistant Team Manager
• A wide range of housing roles
• Careers in SEND in local authorities
Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!
Contact me on olivia.russell@vitalissocialcare.co.uk or 07521053670 for more information.
Olivia Russell V34
Olivia.Russell@vitalissocialcare.co.uk
0161 393 7038
Division V34
Vitalis Social Care
Suite 7, James Court
Wilderspool Causeway
Warrington
WA4 6PS
0161 3937038
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