Full job descriptionAdult Social Worker – Hospital Discharge Team
Location: Aylesbury
Rate: £36–£37 per hour
Working Pattern: Hybrid – 2 days onsite

Pertemps are currently recruiting for an experienced Adult Social Worker to join a busy Hospital Discharge Team based in Aylesbury.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in supporting timely and effective hospital discharges, working closely with health professionals, service users, families and partner agencies to ensure safe and appropriate outcomes.

Key Responsibilities*Managing a complex caseload within a fast-paced Hospital Discharge Team
*Completing Care Act assessments, reviews and support planning
*Assessing service users to identify appropriate care and support arrangements
*Supporting safe, timely and effective hospital discharges
*Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including NHS colleagues
*Liaising with families, carers and external agencies
*Completing Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interest decisions where required
*Ensuring safeguarding concerns are identified and appropriately managed
*Maintaining accurate and timely case records
Requirements*Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
*Previous experience within Adult Social Care
*Experience of hospital discharge or a fast-paced statutory social work environment
*Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and relevant adult social care legislation
*Ability to manage a complex caseload and work to deadlines
Why work through Pertemps?
By applying through Pertemps, you’ll benefit from:
*A dedicated consultant with access to roles nationwide and available whenever you need support
*A simple online registration process
*Attractive referral schemes and incentives
*Ongoing compliance fully managed for you
*Prompt and reliable payroll
*…and much more!
To discuss this role in more detail, please contact Freya Joseph on or email .