Band 7 Social Worker - Torbay - NHS Adults

Description

Job Title:

Band 7 Social Worker

Location:

Torbay (Torbay & South Devon NHS Foundation Trust)

Duration:

12 Weeks (initial)

Start Date:

ASAP

Working Pattern:

Full Time (Monday - Friday)

Pay Rate:

£30.00 per hour (Umbrella)

Positions Available:

2

Role Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for 2 experienced Band 7 Social Workers to join a busy NHS service in Torbay.

You will be working within a multidisciplinary team, supporting complex adult cases and playing a key role in assessment, safeguarding, discharge planning and care coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Complete Section 9 Care Act assessments and develop support plans

Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments (MCA)

Lead Section 42 safeguarding enquiries

Carry out comprehensive risk assessments

Complete Carers assessments

Support hospital discharge planning, including funding pathways and commissioned services

Manage complex caseloads and contribute to MDT decision-making

Provide guidance and supervision where required

Maintain accurate and timely documentation

Requirements

Qualified Social Worker (registered with Social Work England)

Strong knowledge of:

Care Act 2014

Mental Capacity Act 2005

Experience working within adult social care / hospital discharge settings

Ability to manage complex cases and work autonomously

Experience in safeguarding and risk management

Strong communication and report writing skills

Confident using IT-based case management systems

Key Skills

Ability to lead on complex cases and decision-making

Strong MDT working and stakeholder engagement

Excellent organisational and time management skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Commitment to person-centred and anti-discriminatory practice

Additional Information

Based in Torbay with potential community and hospital-based working

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to take a lead role in complex case management

Apply Now

For more information or to apply, please contact:

Deane Garrard

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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