Job Description

Are you an experienced Practitioner looking for a change of role? If so then we would welcome your application.


We have a full time Social Worker vacancy in the Eastbourne and Hastings Community Hospital Team. This role is predominantly in the Eastbourne side of the team however, there may at times be a need to travel outside of the Eastbourne area depending on the needs of the service.


You will need to be a qualified, registered (with Social Work England) and experienced Social Work professional. To carry out the role you will need a detailed knowledge of the Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005), Equality legislation and the Deprivation of Liberty safeguards. You must be able to implement this legislation in your daily practice. You will also be expected to carry out the Local Authorities safeguarding duties to protect and mitigate risks to the individuals we serve. Experience of court of protection work would be an advantage in this role, however training is offered to successful candidates.


We have excellent relationships with local partners and hospital trusts. The team are responsible for undertaking assessments of need for individuals discharged from an acute hospital back to their home or into a discharge to assess bed. Where necessary, we work with our local Integrated Commissioning Boards (ICB's) to ensure people we serve get access to continuing care funding.


We are unique as a service in the fact that we have case responsibility for people who are inpatients and for those who have been discharged in the community requiring a Care Act assessment of need. Apply Today and Make a Difference in Adult Social Care!


When writing your supporting statement be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education or personal interests. For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page.


Please download the job description and person specification for more information.


Interview dates are to be arranged. Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.


There are many rewards to working for East Sussex and being part of our service, some of these include:


Career Growth: We will support your journey with structured development opportunities. Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility to balance your professional and personal life with our hybrid working arrangements. A Focus on Wellbeing: From reflective practice sessions to structured development plans, we'll help you enhance your skills and confidence, especially around safeguarding decision-making. Continuous Learning: With five annual training days and protected time for research, you'll stay at the cutting edge of social work models, theories, and case law. Additional Benefits: We reimburse your Social Work England registration fee, offer access to a lease car scheme (subject to criteria), and provide comprehensive support for your continuous professional development.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.


For an informal discussion, please contact Julie Browne (Practice Manager) on 07955 311117/ Julie.Browne@eastsussex.gov.uk



Additional Information



This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.



Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.



If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas



If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.