Adult's SW - Hospital Team - London Borough of Hounslow

Reference: 670909

An experienced and motivated Adult Social Worker is required to join a busy hospital team in London. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting adults through hospital discharge, promoting independence and ensuring that care and support arrangements are safe, proportionate and centred on individual needs.

You will manage a varied caseload, completing timely assessments under the Care Act, identifying strengths and risks, and developing person-centred support plans. Working closely with individuals, families, carers and professionals, you will help to determine the most appropriate discharge pathway, including reablement, community support, residential or nursing care, and other available services.

The role will involve undertaking mental capacity assessments and best-interests decision-making where required, contributing to safeguarding enquiries, arranging packages of care and reviewing outcomes. You will work collaboratively with hospital colleagues, health professionals, care providers and community teams to promote effective communication and avoid unnecessary delays in discharge. Accurate recording, clear reports and confident professional decision-making are essential.

Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You should have post-qualification experience in adult social care, ideally within a hospital, discharge or multidisciplinary setting, together with a sound knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding procedures. Experience of managing complex situations, prioritising competing demands and working within a strengths-based approach is also required.

You will need excellent communication, assessment and organisational skills, as well as the ability to work independently and contribute positively to a fast-paced team. A commitment to equality, dignity, personal choice and improving outcomes for adults is essential. The successful candidate will be supported to develop professionally while contributing to high-quality, integrated services.

From £32.72
Per hour
Added 12/11/2026
Reference: 670909

Adult's SW - Hospital Team - London Borough of Hounslow

Hounslow, England, United Kingdom Temporary Hospital

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