Social Worker - Hospital Team
Salary: £38,976 - £52,767
Location: Wandsworth, London
Contract: Permanent, Full Time (36 hours)
Service: Adult Social Care - Hospital Team (Wolfson Neuro-Rehabilitation Unit)

About the Role
A rare opportunity has become available for a Social Worker to join the Wandsworth Hospital Team, based within the Wolfson Neuro-Rehabilitation Unit at Queen Mary's Hospital. This is a specialist setting supporting adults with complex physical, cognitive, and communication needs.
In this role, you will deliver a high-quality hospital discharge service that promotes independence, well-being, and positive outcomes for residents and their carers.
Key Responsibilities

Complete holistic assessments, manage risks, and make proportionate, evidence-based decisions.
Support safe and timely hospital discharges, including complex arrangements and housing applications.
Manage referrals, maintain patient flow, and act as a safeguarding enquiry officer.
Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team, attending weekly MDT meetings and Goal Planning sessions.
Liaise effectively with external agencies and local authorities, including supporting patients from other boroughs.
Contribute to a person-centred, strengths-based approach that empowers residents and families.About You
You will be a qualified, SWE-registered Social Worker with:

Strong post-qualifying experience within adults' social care.
Confidence working with individuals with physical, cognitive, and communication impairments.
Excellent communication, decision-making, and time management skills.
A proactive, solution-focused approach and commitment to high-quality practice.
Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory duties, and safeguarding practice.What's on Offer

Supportive and regular supervision.
Access to training and career development through the Adult Social Care Academy.
A friendly, collaborative, and well-established hospital team.
A chance to develop specialist skills within an integrated health setting.The role is primarily based at the Wolfson Unit, Queen Mary's Hospital, Roehampton, with occasional work at St George's Hospital as part of the wider service.

Contact Phil at Ackerman Pierce on (phone number removed) or (url removed)