Hospital Social Worker Newport

Position: Qualified Social Worker – Hospital Team

Location: St Woolos Hospital, Newport (Hybrid Working)

Pay: £37.34 per hour

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract: Initial 3‑month contract with the possibility of extension

Key Responsibilities

• Complete assessments in accordance with the Social Services and Well‑being (Wales) Act
• Undertake hospital discharge planning in a busy acute setting
• Apply the principles of the Mental Capacity Act where appropriate
• Identify potential Continuing Healthcare (CHC) triggers and contribute to the assessment process
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support effective discharge planning
• Complete person‑centred, outcome‑focused assessments and care planning
• Liaise with a range of statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure seamless transitions from hospital

About You (Qualifications)

• A recognised Social Work qualification
• Registration with Social Care Wales or Social Work England (will be willing to register with SCW ahead of starting)
• Experience working within adult services, ideally within a hospital or discharge setting
• Knowledge of the Social Services and Well‑being (Wales) Act
• Confidence in applying the Mental Capacity Act
• Excellent assessment, communication and partnership working skills
• An Enhanced DBS (registered on the Update Service or willing to apply)
• Experience using the WCCIS system would be advantageous but is not essential

What’s on Offer

• £37.34 per hour, Umbrella
• Hybrid working – a mixture of on‑site working at St Woolos Hospital and working from home
• 37 hour working week
• Initial 3 month contract with the possibility of extension
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Dedicated consultant support from Hoop Social Work throughout your placement
• Free training opportunities
• Weekly payroll
• £200 referral bonus when you recommend a qualified social worker
• Access to exclusive vacancies across Wales
• Friendly, responsive support throughout your assignment

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