Hospital Social Worker

Position: Social Worker
Team: Hospital Discharge & Post-Assessment Discharge
Contract: Locum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Pay Rate: £30 per hour
Location: Calderdale Royal Hospital & Huddersfield Royal Infirmary 
Working Pattern: Hybrid with on-site presence required for hospital and community work

Sheldon Phillips are working with Calderdale Council to source an experienced Social Worker to join their Hospital Discharge and Post-Assessment Discharge Team. This service supports safe and timely hospital discharges, completing assessments across two key acute sites and following up with community-based interventions to ensure adults receive the right level of support. The role involves both hospital ward work and community visits across Calderdale and neighbouring areas.

What You Can Expect:

• Fast-paced work across two major hospital sites

• A supportive team with clear processes for discharge planning

• Hybrid flexibility where appropriate, with on-site expectations for ward-based work

• Varied caseload covering hospital, post-discharge, and wider community tasks

• Strong MDT relationships with NHS colleagues

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complete Care Act assessments for patients ready for discharge

• Lead and coordinate safe discharge planning with hospital MDTs

• Undertake community visits and follow-up assessments post-discharge

• Manage safeguarding concerns and complete enquiries under Section 42

• Work collaboratively with health partners, therapy teams, and community providers

• Record work to a high standard within statutory timeframes

• Support adults with a wide range of needs, ensuring proportionate and outcome-focused plans

Requirements:

• SWE Registration

• Social Work qualification

• Strong post-qualified experience in hospital discharge, community teams, or adult social care

• Knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Continuing Healthcare processes

• Ability to work confidently within multi-agency settings

• Flexible, proactive, and organised approach

If you’re an experienced adults social worker looking for a role across both hospital and community settings, this Calderdale opportunity offers consistency, variety, and a supportive team environment.