Senior Case Worker (Hospitals) HCC624611


Company:	Hampshire County Council
Salary:	£33,178 - £36,369
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Southampton, SO16 6YD
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 4 days remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	28 Jul 2026
Closing date:	9 Aug 2026

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Summary

Joining us as a Senior Case Worker, you’ll be part of our friendly and supportive team of social care and health care professionals based at University Hospital Southampton (UHS), South West Hospitals and Forest Court Nursing Home. You’ll also support our short-term service to deliver safe and efficient hospital discharges.

You’ll enjoy the benefits of engaging with people in a face-to-face environment, working alongside colleagues in a supportive space. There will be plenty of opportunities to collaborate and share learning with peers, whilst building positive relationships through your reviews in the hospital.

This role will involve some weekend working (around one weekend in seven).

Early applications are encouraged as we may close the advert ahead of the stated closing date.

What you’ll be doing:

• Completing assessments and reviews of individuals’ care and support needs in UHS, Southwest Hospitals and Forest Court Nursing Home.

• Providing support and guidance to individuals to maximise their wellbeing and independence using a strengths-based approach.

• Collaborating with individuals, their families, providers, and other healthcare professionals to find and signpost to innovative, alternative community resources to meet individuals’ needs.

• Having the confidence and knowledge to make well-informed decisions where appropriate, as well as knowing when a case or situation requires escalation to senior colleagues.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship management skills.

• Ability to work with people in difficult circumstances in a compassionate and collaborative way.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Sound IT and record-keeping skills.

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and it’s eligibility criteria.

• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Best Interest decision making

• Knowledge of hospital discharge pathways

Why join us?

• Career growth: Our experienced Senior Case Workers can be considered for our social work apprenticeship scheme, leading to a career as a Qualified Social Worker. View our career pathways for more information about opportunities within our Adults Social Work service.

• Make a difference and feel proud of the work you do: Watch our short videos to find out more about the important work our Senior Case Workers do in our Hospital Teams.

• Professional development: Continuous learning, mentoring and supportive supervision.

• Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life.

• Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.

• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more information here.

To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Other job titles you may be searching for: Social Worker, Welfare Worker, Community Worker, Casework Assistant, Case Manager, Care Manager, Social Work Assistant, Social Work Practitioner, Support Worker, Support Coordinator, Reviewing Officer.

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