At a Glance
- Tasks: Support safe hospital discharges and develop person-centred plans for individuals.
- Company: Join the RIACT team, part of an evolving hospital service focused on adult social care.
- Benefits: Enjoy 32 days annual leave, access to a pension scheme, and generous family leave policies.
- Other info: Positions are fixed term until 30th September 2027.
- Why this job: Be part of a passionate team dedicated to empowering individuals towards independence.
- Qualifications: Must be experienced in adult social care and confident in hospital social work practices.
The predicted salary is between 39152 - 41771 £ per year.
Salary: Full time equivalent salary Band 10 £39,152 - £41,771 per annum / Band 11 £42,839 - £46,142 per annum
Post Type: Fixed Term
Hours Per Week: Full time
RIACT TEAM - 3 x 37hr Social Workers, fixed term posts until 30th September 2027. We are currently recruiting experienced Band 10 or 11 Social Workers. Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker looking to be part of an ambitious and evolving hospital team? Do you believe in empowering people to live safely and independently?
Key Areas:- Hospital Discharge Team – supporting safe, timely and person‑centred discharges from hospital.
- Reviewing Team – working within our newly designed service to review and support individuals following discharge, or those requiring a further period of assessment before returning home safely.
- Experienced and confident in adult social care practice.
- Experienced in hospital social work or short‑term assessment teams (desirable).
- Enthusiastic and motivated about improving outcomes for individuals and families.
- Resilient, with the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
- Adaptable and positive about service development and change.
- Committed to partnership working across health and social care.
- Passionate about promoting independence, dignity and person-centred practice.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate safe and timely discharges.
- Undertake strengths‑based assessments, supporting people to return home wherever possible.
- Engage with individuals and their families to develop creative, person‑centred plans that maximise independence.
- Support review and reassessment, ensuring appropriate support is in place following discharge.
- Contribute to service transformation and help shape the future of hospital social work.
- 32 days Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays, with option to purchase additional Annual Leave (pro-rata for part time working)
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with option to make Additional Voluntary Contributions
- Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave schemes
- Staff equality forums
- Green Car Leasing Scheme (if applicable)
- Access to a wide range of training, learning and development
- Physiotherapy service
- Confidential counselling service
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Dolphin Centre Fit for Life Discounts
- Local and National retailer discounts
- Vivup employee benefit app and Lifestyle Savings
- Arriva Employee Travel Club
We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. We aim to interview any applicant who declares a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job.
Social Worker - RIACT, Adult Services employer: Darlington Borough Council
The RIACT team is located within a dynamic hospital environment, offering a supportive role in adult services. Employees benefit from extensive training opportunities and a range of perks including a Green Car Leasing Scheme and discounts through the Vivup employee benefit app.
Contact Details:
Darlington Borough Council Recruitment Team
