Social Worker Adults

Job Title:  Qualified Adult Social Worker Hospital Discharge (D2A)
Location: Merseyside
Hours: 37 hours per week (full-time) 
Start date: ASAP (pending interview and compliance) 
Rate: £45 - £47
Job type: Locum / Agency Contract 
Contact: Shanie Thomas 07484 512953 shanie.thomas@pprsocialcare.co.uk
Make a Difference 
Are you a qualified Adults Social Worker seeking a role that makes a real difference? Pertemps are working with a dynamic and compassionate Discharge to Assessment (D2A) Team in Merseyside to recruit a skilled professional who thrives in collaborative environment. In this vital role, you’ll work closely with healthcare colleagues to support seamless patient transitions from hospital discharge to home or other suitable care settings.

Adults Social Worker Role Overview 
As part of this innovative service, you will play a crucial role in assessing the needs of adults, facilitating discharge planning, and providing ongoing support to individuals and their families.
 
Adults Social Worker Key Responsibilities 

• Conducting comprehensive assessments of patients' needs and circumstances.
• Developing and implementing person-centred discharge plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Providing emotional support and guidance to patients and their families during the discharge process.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practice guidelines.
• Maintaining accurate case records and documentation in accordance with organizational policies. 

Adults Social Worker Requirements 

• A recognised social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent)

• At least 3 years post-qualifying experience 
• Current registration with Social Work England
• Experience in adult social care, hospital discharge or D2A services
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to adult social care

Benefits of working with Pertemps
When you work as a locum with us, you can expect: 
A dedicated recruitment consultant with access to exclusive social care roles UK-wide 

• A fast, online registration process with support throughout 
• Full compliance handled by us and hassle-free 
• Reliable weekly payroll 
• A referral bonus scheme. Refer a friend and earn!  

Looking for Something Different? 
If this role isn’t quite right, we’re still here to help. We have a wide range of local authority locum roles across the UK, including: 

• Qualified Social Workers (Adults, Children & Families, MASH, Mental Health) 
• Occupational Therapists (Hospital Discharge, Reablement, Moving & Handling) 
• Educational Psychologists  
• SEND professionals 

Whether you’re seeking remote work, flexible hours, or a better rate, we are likely to have access to a role that’s the perfect match for you. Shanie Thomas  07484 512953 shanie.thomas@pprsocialcare.co.uk