Hospital Discharge Social Worker – High-Paying Contract

CV-LibraryFalkirk, Stirling and FalkirktemporaryPosted: 1 May 2026
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Falkirk | 💰 Up to £42 per hour | ⏱️ Immediate Start

Looking for your next high-impact contract in adult services?

We’re working with a well-established Health & Social Care Partnership in Falkirk to recruit an experienced Social Worker into a fast-paced Hospital Discharge Team — where you’ll play a key role in supporting safe, timely discharges and improving outcomes for vulnerable adults.

💡 Why this role stands out

* 💰 Up to £42 per hour - strong market rate

* 📄 3–6 month contract with excellent extension potential

* 🚀 Immediate / quick start available

* 🤝 Supportive, experienced management team

* 🏥 Work in a collaborative hospital MDT environment

* 🎯 Make a direct impact on reducing delayed discharges

🧩 The Role

You’ll be part of a dedicated Hospital Discharge Team, working at the heart of the hospital to ensure individuals are discharged safely with the right support in place.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where your assessment skills and ability to coordinate care will be key.

🔍 Key Responsibilities

* Complete strengths-based assessments to support safe discharge planning

* Work closely with patients, families, and carers to develop appropriate care plans

* Assess capacity and risk, ensuring decisions align with legislation

* Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams (nurses, doctors, AHPs)

* Arrange care packages, placements, and community support

* Ensure smooth transitions from hospital to community services

* Maintain accurate, timely case records

✅ What we’re looking for

* Qualified Social Worker

* Registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)

* Recent experience in adult social work (hospital discharge or community ideal)

* Strong skills in assessment, care planning & risk management

* Confident working in a fast-paced MDT environment

* Excellent communication and organisational ability

📩 Interested?

Apply now or get in touch for more details — interviews are being arranged quickly and this role won’t stay open for long

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