Social Worker – Adult Services (Qualified)
£33 per hour
Contract: Locum | Full Time – Monday to Friday
Please note: All candidates must be able to drive and have access to their own vehicle, as well as a Social Work Qualification and 3 years permanent employment experience.
Job Overview
Lancashire County Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Qualified Adult Social Worker to join the team based at Fylde Family Support Centre, supporting adults across the Fylde & Wyre area.
This role sits within the Single Point of Access (SPA), with a strong focus on hospital triage and discharge planning, ensuring safe and timely transitions from hospital to the community.
Key Responsibilities
Triage and assessment within the SPA, supporting hospital discharge pathways
Apply eligibility criteria in line with the Care Act 2014
Complete Continuing Health Care (CHC) Assessments and Reviews
Undertake Mental Capacity Assessments in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005
Work collaboratively with health professionals and partner agencies to support safe discharges
Maintain accurate, timely case records in line with statutory and local authority requirementsEssential Requirements
Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration
Previous experience or strong working knowledge of hospital discharge pathways
Proven ability to carry out Care Act assessments, CHC assessments, and Mental Capacity assessments
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment
Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicleWhy Apply?
Competitive hourly rate of £33 per hour
Full-time hours with a healthy 9-5 Monday–Friday work pattern
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on hospital discharge outcomes
Supportive local authority team and well-established processesHow to Apply
If you’re an experienced Adult Social Worker looking for your next opportunity, please call Nik on (phone number removed) or email me your CV – (url removed)
If this role isn’t for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £250
