Job Description
- Employer: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
- Location: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council, Southport Hospital
- Contract: Permanent
- Working Pattern: Flexible Hours/Full Time
- Hours: 36 hours per week.
- Closing Date: 23/06/2026 at 23:59
- Reference: ASC/26/
About the role:
The Adult Hospital Social Worker role is based at Southport Hospital within the Hospital Discharge Team and plays a vital part in supporting adults to achieve timely, safe, and person‑centred discharges from the acute hospital setting. The post holder works in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environment, undertaking strengths‑based assessments, care and support planning, and safeguarding activity in line with the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
The role focuses on promoting independence, reducing delayed discharges, and ensuring individuals receive the ri...