Social Worker


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£58,133 to £65,261 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London, SW17 0YF
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	17 Sept 2026
Closing date:	1 Oct 2026

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Summary

To maintain a clear understanding of the patients with learning disabilities and/or ASD who have been placed in secure and specialist services throughout the SLP partnership by acting as a point of contact to attend CPAs, assertively manage discharge pathways and reduce risk of delayed discharge. To participate in monitoring and reviewing of patients who are in conditions of medium and low security within the SLP as well as out of area. The post holder will be expected to ensure timely and personalised pathways in the least restrictive care/support settings, in line with the persons recovery goals whilst building on their strengths. The post holder must be able to demonstrate their ability to carry out comprehensive social care needs assessments, liaising closely with other health providers, placement providers and other key stakeholders. To support and develop step down pathways, with personalised packages of care which support and build on peoples strengths and secure timely discharges. To work with the Community Care Coordinators to facilitate transfer from out of borough service provision, liaising with local health care and commissioning teams, negotiating between different directorates. As part of your care co-ordinator/social supervision role you will be expected to hold a case load. The post holder must be a dedicated, organised and experienced practitioner with previous experience of working in the forensic services would be desirable. They must be able to communicate well with a range of people utilising a collaborative approach, and with a strong interest in delivering more personalised outcomes for people with highly complex needs. The post holder must be adept at prioritising the activities that will provide the most efficient, effective and safe step down or discharge pathway and escalate any conditions that will prevent this from happening The post holder will be responsible for the development and monitoring of the assigned care pathway quality and improvement plans, alongside the development of project specific policies and procedures with other senior members of the MDT. The post holder, in conjunction with the management team, will ensure all service systems are embedded and sustainable (this will include audit and evidence-based care). Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in job applications If you have used AI to support the preparation of your application, please briefly indicate how it was used within your supporting statement or application form. Please remember, your application is your opportunity to tell us about your skills, experience and motivation for the role. We encourage applicants to complete their application and supporting statement in their own words wherever possible. We recognise that AI tools can be helpful in supporting accessibility, and for improving spelling, grammar and structure. Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content can become generic and fail to accurately reflect an applicant's individual experience. Applications that clearly demonstrate your own voice, reflections and experiences are often the most effective and help us better understand your suitability for the role. Please be aware that information provided in your application and supporting statement may be explored further during the selection process. It is important that all applications accurately represent your own knowledge, skills and experience.

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