Mental Health Hospital Discharge Social Worker

Overview

We’re looking for a dedicated and professional to join our Mental Health Specialist Social Work Team as a Hospital Discharge Social Worker. We offer a competitive starting salary of £42,771.

We work to support people to live in the community and working with families and local communities is central to our approach, as we know this achieves the best outcomes for people. Developing a whole‑system response with our key partners is critical to providing good quality care and outcome‑focused solutions to delivering the right support.

We appreciate the very specific skills, knowledge and experience that Mental Health Social Workers bring. In recognition of this, we expect all Mental Health Social Workers to work towards training to be a Practice Educator as a Senior Social Worker (starting salary of £48,003) and an AMHP as an Advanced Practitioner (starting salary of £53,172). We offer access to monthly support and supervision and manageable caseloads.

Within the wider service, we offer Social Workers many CPD opportunities.

You will be working as a Social Worker in a friendly and supportive team within the wider Immediate Support Service, providing Social Work services to adults in Hillingdon.

Social workers have a crucial part to play in improving mental health outcomes for Hillingdon residents. You will be working in partnership with residents, families and carers, as well as other professionals, to optimise involvement and provide collaborative solutions. You will need to use all your Social Work skills, knowledge and values to engage with people in creative ways, to find out what matters to individuals and to promote their recovery and independence.

We're looking for a Social Worker who is dedicated to making a difference in people's lives. Strong Social Work values, flexibility, a ‘can‑do’ approach and professional high standards are essential, as will be the ability to robustly advocate for people’s human rights. In essence, we are looking for people who are passionate about doing the right thing. Please see the attached Job Profile for more information about the requirements of this role.

• Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
• 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36‑hour workweek for all full‑time staff.
• Generous Holiday Entitlement – increasing with length of service (for non‑casual roles).
• Hillingdon Sports & Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council‑owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – option to join schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional voluntary pension contributions (subject to scheme rules).
• Cycle to Work – Eco‑friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.
• Local Government Pension Scheme – access to Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union.
• Vivup Benefits – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Vivup Benefits.
• Mental Health Support and Counselling Services – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues. Access free 24‑hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.
• Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking.

At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. This commitment means that all employees, job applicants and others who work for us will be treated fairly. The aim is to have our workforce representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds.

We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities. Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give…