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Location: Wakefield
Rate: £35 per hour
Contract Type: Temporary (Full-time)
Working Pattern: office based

Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker with a background in hospital settings?
Wakefield Council is seeking a dedicated Senior Social Worker to join its Hospital Social Work Team, supporting patients and their families through the hospital discharge process and into appropriate post-discharge care.

About the Role:
As a Senior Social Worker, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality support and advocacy for individuals within a fast-paced hospital environment. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe and timely discharges, while promoting the rights, dignity, and independence of each individual.

This role also includes mentoring junior staff, managing complex cases, and contributing to the development of best practices across the team.

Key Responsibilities:
Discharge Planning & Assessment: Manage a caseload of patients requiring social work input to facilitate safe and appropriate discharges

Multi-agency Collaboration: Work in partnership with health professionals (e.g., doctors, nurses, OTs) to coordinate care and support

Team Leadership: Provide supervision and mentoring to less experienced colleagues support a culture of learning and development

Safeguarding & Advocacy: Ensure the patient's voice is central in care planning uphold safeguarding principles in every decision

Crisis Management & Complex Cases: Respond flexibly and effectively to urgent situations and high-risk cases

What We're Looking For:
Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England

Minimum 3 years' experience, preferably in a hospital or health-based setting

Proven ability to manage complex cases and discharge planning

Experience providing leadership, supervision, or mentoring to team members

Strong understanding of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding frameworks

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a person-centred and strengths-based approach

Benefits:
Competitive rate of £35 per hour

Opportunity to work within a well-regarded and supportive local authority team

Dynamic, multi-disciplinary working environment

Weekly payroll and consistent contract support

Potential for extension based on performance

Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
* DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
* Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
* Bonus for finding your own job
* Twice weekly payroll
* Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to Shristi Yadav at or call on 01147003826

Refer someone who might be interested in this role & get £300 referral bonus!!

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number 3643845. Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.

Advanced Social Work Practitioner - £37ph
Flexible Working Available

We are currently seeking an experienced Advanced Practitioner to join a stable and supportive locality team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a friendly environment where your experience and leadership will play a key role in team development.

The Advanced Practitioner position comes with a reduced and capped caseload, giving you the capacity to provide hands-on support, mentoring and performance development to team members - particularly supporting ASYE staff and less experienced colleagues.

Key Highlights:

Supportive, well-established team

Focus on staff development and learning

Flexible working arrangements

£37 per hour

If you're an experienced practitioner looking to contribute to a nurturing team while maintaining a manageable caseload, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, please contact:
Adarsh Parihar
📧
📞 020 8152 8922

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number 3643845. Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.

Part-Time Enhanced Senior Social Worker - MASH
Location: Wakefield District Headquarters, Havertop Lane, Normanton, WF6 1FD
Contract: Minimum 3 months
Working Pattern:

Week 1: Monday - Tuesday, 08:30 - 17:00

Week 2: Monday - Wednesday, 08:30 - 17:00 (Wednesday until 16:30)
Working Arrangement: 100% office-based

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join the MASH team in Wakefield on a part-time basis. This role involves working closely with partner agencies to screen incoming referrals, analyse information, and make informed recommendations regarding levels of intervention and support.

Requirements:

Minimum of 3 years post-qualified experience

Previous experience working within a MASH team

If you are confident in multi-agency working and able to make sound professional decisions in a fast-paced environment, we'd like to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, please contact:
Adarsh Parihar
📧
📞 020 8152 892

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number 3643845. Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.

Wakefield Council | £35 per hour (Umbrella)
Location: Airedale, Castleford (WF10)

Position: Qualified Social Worker

Team: Localities Safeguarding Team

Council: Wakefield Council

Pay Rate: £35 per hour (umbrella)

Contract Type: Locum

Working Pattern: Full-time

Location: Airedale, Castleford, WF10

Wakefield Council is currently seeking an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join their Localities Safeguarding Team based in Airedale, Castleford. This is a fast-paced yet highly supportive service working with children and families who are at risk of significant harm.

The team undertakes statutory safeguarding work, including child protection, child in need, and care proceedings. The successful candidate will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, child-focused social work practice in line with legislative and policy frameworks.

Manage a caseload involving children subject to CIN and CP plans

Undertake Section 47 enquiries, assessments, and direct work with families

Initiate and progress care proceedings where necessary

Build strong, trust-based relationships with children and their families

Contribute to core group meetings, child protection conferences, and reviews

Work collaboratively with health, education, police, and other partners

Maintain accurate and timely case records in line with council policies

Participate in regular supervision and team development activities

Social Work qualification (BA/MA Social Work, DipSW or equivalent)

Registration with Social Work England

Minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience in statutory safeguarding work

Experience of working within busy frontline safeguarding teams

Strong communication, risk assessment, and analytical skills

Enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or willingness to obtain)

Ability to work under pressure and meet statutory timescales

Driving licence and access to a car for visits is desirable

Excellent hourly rate - £35 per hour umbrella

Direct access to exclusive locum roles across local authorities

Experienced recruitment consultant to support your job search

Swift registration and compliance process

Flexible working arrangements depending on team need

Referral bonus of up to £300 when you refer a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply)

If this role sounds right for you or you'd like to hear about similar opportunities:
📧 m.shah @edenbrownsynergy.com
📞 0175 655 6972

We are here to help you find your next rewarding locum contract.

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Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number 3643845. Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with adults (18+) as they transition from hospital into the community. Our Hospital Social Workers play a vital role in promoting independence and delivering timely, safe, and person-centred discharges.

As a Hospital Social Worker, your core responsibilities will include:

Supporting safe and effective hospital discharges from Pinderfields or Dewsbury District Hospitals.

Assessing care and support needs under the Care Act 2014.

Completing mental capacity assessments and participating in best interest decisions.

Managing a diverse and dynamic caseload.

Participating in a duty rota as part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team.

Working with a strengths-based, outcomes-focused approach, supporting adults and their carers through person-centred planning.

? What We're Looking For:
A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.

Experience in hospital discharge planning and multi-disciplinary working.

Strong knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding procedures.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Excellent communication and case management skills.

? Why Join Us:
Competitive £35 per hour rate.

Work within a well-established, collaborative team.

Opportunities to influence practice and make a difference in people's lives.

Ongoing professional support from experienced managers.

Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
* DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
* Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
* Bonus for finding your own job
* Twice weekly payroll
* Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to Shristi Yadav at or call on 01147003826

Refer someone who might be interested in this role & get £300 referral bonus!!

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number 3643845. Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.