Job summary
We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to join our Hospital In-Reach Team. This role is an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking approach to admission avoidance, discharge planning and recovery. Based daily at Salisbury District Hospital, you will work closely with healthcare partners adopting a collaborative approach to achieve the best outcomes for the people we work with.
The In- Reach social work post is a developing role, and we are looking for an innovative and passionate person to continue to develop and expand this role within the team. Youll find a supportive environment with flexible working options, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This role requires the successful candidate to work on a rota basis, 5 days over 7, working 1 weekend day in 3.
Main duties of the job
As an Experienced Social Worker, youll provide advice, assessments and support for people moving from hospital to home or care settings. Youll work closely with healthcare colleagues, ensuring patients are on the right discharge pathway from the start. This is a fast paced role requiring creativity, reflexivity and gives you autonomy to make timely decisions.
To succeed, youll need a Social Work qualification, Social Work England registration and knowledge of safeguarding and health and social care legislation. Strong communication and IT skills are essential, along with a commitment to delivering the best outcomes for patients.
About us
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Thats why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right:
- Holidays: 26 days, rising to 31 after 5 years of continuous service.
- Development: Access a suite of learning and training activities, including a new learning management website.
- Car share scheme: Share your commute with another employee and enjoy reduced travel costs.
- Occupational health: Access a variety of employee wellbeing services to support your healthy work/life balance.
- Flexible working: Flexi-time, compressed/part-time hours, and job shares (where possible).
- Family-friendly policies: Our policies include maternity leave, shared parental leave, and many more.
- Free seminars: Learn how best to manage your finances and plan for retirement.
- Discounts & cash-back: Get reductions from supermarket chains, high street retailers on holidays and entertainment.
- Local government pension scheme
Job description
Job responsibilities
To manage a complex and varied workload, undertaking social work / social care assessment with customers
to support the discharge planning process where required
To plan for the provision of support and / or services with customers in order to assist them meet their
outcomes and to live as independently as possible fulfilling their individual potential. To support carers to
continue in their role.
To deliver this service in accordance with the statutory responsibilities as set out within NHS & Social Care
Legislation; and the eligibility criteria for the service as agreed by Wiltshire Council.
To ensure that the primary responsibility of safeguarding vulnerable adults is delivered in accordance with the
law and local policy and guidance.
To provide professional supervision and guidance on complex issues to Level 2 Social Workers and Social
Care Practitioners working within the same locality/ environment if required.
To uphold standards of practice for Social Workers as registered with Social Work England and in accordance
with Codes of Conduct.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To manage a complex and varied workload, undertaking social work / social care assessment with customers
to support the discharge planning process where required
To plan for the provision of support and / or services with customers in order to assist them meet their
outcomes and to live as independently as possible fulfilling their individual potential. To support carers to
continue in their role.
To deliver this service in accordance with the statutory responsibilities as set out within NHS & Social Care
Legislation; and the eligibility criteria for the service as agreed by Wiltshire Council.
To ensure that the primary responsibility of safeguarding vulnerable adults is delivered in accordance with the
law and local policy and guidance.
To provide professional supervision and guidance on complex issues to Level 2 Social Workers and Social
Care Practitioners working within the same locality/ environment if required.
To uphold standards of practice for Social Workers as registered with Social Work England and in accordance
with Codes of Conduct.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Social Worker with evidence of post-qualifying learning and development
Desirable
- Qualified Practice Teacher
Experience
Essential
- Evidenced experience of professional and personal development following achievement of professional qualification.
- ITQ 2 or equivalent skill and ability demonstrating significant experience in IT systems, including ability to utilise Electronic Social Care record software.
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with people in a variety of ways and levels.
- Planning and workload management skills.
- Must be able to write clear, complex and accurate reports.
- Ability to work with others in a developmental way.
- A self-starter, well organised person who is passionate about delivery of high-quality customer-centric
- services.
- Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance in relation to working with, and the safeguarding of, vulnerable adults.
- Knowledge and understanding of Health & Social Care legislation and wider policy context.
- Fluent in English.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Social Worker with evidence of post-qualifying learning and development
Desirable
- Qualified Practice Teacher
Experience
Essential
- Evidenced experience of professional and personal development following achievement of professional qualification.
- ITQ 2 or equivalent skill and ability demonstrating significant experience in IT systems, including ability to utilise Electronic Social Care record software.
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with people in a variety of ways and levels.
- Planning and workload management skills.
- Must be able to write clear, complex and accurate reports.
- Ability to work with others in a developmental way.
- A self-starter, well organised person who is passionate about delivery of high-quality customer-centric
- services.
- Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance in relation to working with, and the safeguarding of, vulnerable adults.
- Knowledge and understanding of Health & Social Care legislation and wider policy context.
- Fluent in English.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
