Job summary ** WE ARE CURRENTLY UNABLE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS VIA NHS. TO CONTINUE WITH YOUR APPLICATION, PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO OUR CAREERS SITE ** https://fa-euxi-saasfaukgovprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/3694/?utm_medium=jobshare/details?sType=NHSJobs#/reference/3694 Salary:£41,523 - £43,512 (Inclusive of 7.5% market supplement) Hours per week:37 hours Rolling advert:We're continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received. Hospital In-Reach - Bridging Care, Ensuring Recovery Are you ready to make a real difference in the world of social work? 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 Great Western Hospital, you will work closely with healthcare partners adopting a collaborative approach to achieve the best outcomes for the people we work with. Main duties of the job 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. 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. If youre ready to take on this rewarding challenge, apply now and help us make a real difference. 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. Details Date posted 16 May 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £41,523 to £43,512 a year Inclusive of 7.5% market supplement Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number F0041-25-0027 Job locations Great Western Hospital Marlborough Road Swindon SN3 6BB Job description Job responsibilities Specific duties and responsibilities include: To provide an in-reach social care function to support timely hospital discharges including 1 in 3 Weekends i.e., 5/7 days per week, on a Rota basis. To work in a responsive, integrated way with our acute health partners, including Health in-reach services and the ASC Flow & Triage Advanced Practitioner. To provide proactive social care support at Acute Hospital front door for admission avoidance, To provide proactive social care support to achieve a reduction in length of stay To proactively identify barriers to discharge and find solutions to these. To undertake proportionate assessment, and sharing of information with MDT colleagues, To identify carers, and signpost customers to appropriate support services To support Care Transfer Hub function including gathering of information required by Flow & Triage Advanced Practitioner To represent ASC on Care Transfer Hub calls on weekends and make joint decisions with the MDT regarding discharge pathways. To provide on-call in-reach support to acute hospital partners at weekends (1 weekend in 3) To undertake person-centred assessments (including Mental Capacity Assessments) with customers and 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 ensure accurate and timely recording of all information/assessment activity onto the Social Care records database in accordance with work targets set by the Hospital Team Manager and Supervisor. To gather sufficient information about customers in order to be able to accurately assess their needs. To ensure that local knowledge about universally available services is up to date including what is available within the voluntary and community sector, as well as the Departments commissioned and contracted services and to signpost/advocate for customers accordingly. To have a well-developed understanding of assessment and the management of risks for individuals and to be able to apply Council policy and support customers to manage risk appropriately. To identify where vulnerable adults may be at risk and to act in accordance with the Departments Safeguarding policies and procedures. To be able to undertake the Investigating Officer role in accordance with Departments Safeguarding policies and procedures. To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, with health and social care colleagues to ensure effective communication/information sharing and to support assessment/decision making process. To ensure that Council corporate and departmental Policies and Procedures are followed at all times. To contribute proactively to the effective working of the team with positive attitude, by sharing knowledge, offering advice and support and by preparedness to be involved in the development of services. To fully engage and prepare for own supervision and appraisal through self-evaluation, ensuring that continual professional development is evidenced. To be an ambassador for the Council and the department at all times, always representing the Council positively, professionally and appropriately at meetings with customers, external partners and agencies Job description Job responsibilities Specific duties and responsibilities include: To provide an in-reach social care function to support timely hospital discharges including 1 in 3 Weekends i.e., 5/7 days per week, on a Rota basis. To work in a responsive, integrated way with our acute health partners, including Health in-reach services and the ASC Flow & Triage Advanced Practitioner. To provide proactive social care support at Acute Hospital front door for admission avoidance, To provide proactive social care support to achieve a reduction in length of stay To proactively identify barriers to discharge and find solutions to these. To undertake proportionate assessment, and sharing of information with MDT colleagues, To identify carers, and signpost customers to appropriate support services To support Care Transfer Hub function including gathering of information required by Flow & Triage Advanced Practitioner To represent ASC on Care Transfer Hub calls on weekends and make joint decisions with the MDT regarding discharge pathways. To provide on-call in-reach support to acute hospital partners at weekends (1 weekend in 3) To undertake person-centred assessments (including Mental Capacity Assessments) with customers and 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 ensure accurate and timely recording of all information/assessment activity onto the Social Care records database in accordance with work targets set by the Hospital Team Manager and Supervisor. To gather sufficient information about customers in order to be able to accurately assess their needs. To ensure that local knowledge about universally available services is up to date including what is available within the voluntary and community sector, as well as the Departments commissioned and contracted services and to signpost/advocate for customers accordingly. To have a well-developed understanding of assessment and the management of risks for individuals and to be able to apply Council policy and support customers to manage risk appropriately. To identify where vulnerable adults may be at risk and to act in accordance with the Departments Safeguarding policies and procedures. To be able to undertake the Investigating Officer role in accordance with Departments Safeguarding policies and procedures. To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, with health and social care colleagues to ensure effective communication/information sharing and to support assessment/decision making process. To ensure that Council corporate and departmental Policies and Procedures are followed at all times. To contribute proactively to the effective working of the team with positive attitude, by sharing knowledge, offering advice and support and by preparedness to be involved in the development of services. To fully engage and prepare for own supervision and appraisal through self-evaluation, ensuring that continual professional development is evidenced. To be an ambassador for the Council and the department at all times, always representing the Council positively, professionally and appropriately at meetings with customers, external partners and agencies Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent experience/skills. ITQ 2 or equivalent skill and ability demonstrating significant experience in IT systems. Professional qualification in area of specialism. Licence / certificate / qualification required for the role Experience Essential Qualified Social Worker with evidence of post qualifying learning and development 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. Evidenced experience of professional and personal development following achievement of professional qualification Evidence of giving informal supervision Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with people in a variety of ways and levels. ITQ 2 or equivalent skill and ability demonstrating significant experience in IT systems, including ability to utilise Electronic Social Care record software. A self-starter, well organised person who is passionate about delivery of high-quality customer-centric services. Ability to work with others in a developmental way. Must be able to write clear, complex and accurate reports. Desirable Qualified Practice Teacher. ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) Evidence of giving formal supervision and appraisal Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent experience/skills. ITQ 2 or equivalent skill and ability demonstrating significant experience in IT systems. Professional qualification in area of specialism. Licence / certificate / qualification required for the role Experience Essential Qualified Social Worker with evidence of post qualifying learning and development 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. Evidenced experience of professional and personal development following achievement of professional qualification Evidence of giving informal supervision Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate with people in a variety of ways and levels. ITQ 2 or equivalent skill and ability demonstrating significant experience in IT systems, including ability to utilise Electronic Social Care record software. A self-starter, well organised person who is passionate about delivery of high-quality customer-centric services. Ability to work with others in a developmental way. Must be able to write clear, complex and accurate reports. Desirable Qualified Practice Teacher. ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) Evidence of giving formal supervision and appraisal 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). Employer details Employer name Wiltshire Council Address Great Western Hospital Marlborough Road Swindon SN3 6BB Employer's website http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Wiltshire Council Address Great Western Hospital Marlborough Road Swindon SN3 6BB Employer's website http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Great Western Hospital, Marlborough Road, SN3 6BB Swindon, United Kingdom