Hospital Discharge Social Worker

£38 per hour | Hybrid working: only 1–2 office days per week | Community visits

Looking for a fast-paced, rewarding Social Work role with genuine flexibility?

Leaders in Care is recruiting for a Community Care Social Worker to join a supportive Pathway 3 service. You’ll play a vital role in helping people leave hospital safely, coordinating effective discharge plans and ensuring the right support is in place for patients and their families.

What’s on offer

• £38 per hour
• Hybrid working – just 1–2 days per week in the office
• Community-based role with visits as required
• A busy, varied caseload within an experienced and collaborative team
• Exclusive Leaders in Care loyalty bonus
• Weekly check-ins and ongoing support throughout your placement
• Reliable, market-leading timesheet and payroll support
• Work with a specialist agency backed by 460+ five-star Google reviews

The role

As part of the Pathway 3 service, you’ll support safe and timely hospital discharge for people with more complex care needs. You’ll work closely with patients, families, health colleagues and community providers to:

• Complete strengths-based assessments and care planning
• Coordinate discharge arrangements and onward community support
• Manage safeguarding and risk appropriately
• Help prevent delayed discharges while ensuring safe outcomes
• Work collaboratively across health and social care services

What you’ll need

• A recognised Social Work qualification
• Active Social Work England registration
• Experience in hospital discharge, community care, adult social care or complex case management is highly desirable
• The ability to manage a fast-paced caseload and undertake community visits

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