Social Worker - Hospital Location: St Richards Hospital, West Sussex Employment Type: Contract Pay Rate: 38 per hour LTD inclusive or 28.25 per hour PAYE exclusive iof holiday pay plus 150 per week expenses Working Arrangements: Mixture of home and hospital work, with 2-3 days per week onsite Are you a compassionate and dedicated social worker looking to make a positive difference within a hospital environment? Our client is seeking an experienced Social Worker - Hospital to join their dynamic team at St Richards Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to support patients through their hospital journey, aid their recovery, and help them regain independence. If you are committed to delivering excellent social care and thrive in fast-paced settings, this role is ideal for you. Responsibilities of the Social Worker - Hospital: As a Social Worker - Hospital, your primary duties will include:Delivering a statutory social work service by conducting assessments and developing tailored support plans for patients.Visiting hospital wards, including AandE and emergency floors, to perform assessments, attend family meetings, and support discharge planning.Acting within statutory frameworks to safeguard vulnerable individuals and respond to safeguarding enquiries.Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including healthcare professionals, voluntary sector partners, and community resources.Supporting patients to regain skills and independence post-hospital admission through