Social Work Assistant Civic Offices, 1 Saxon Gate East, Central Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom £32,061 - £36,363 Fixed Term Apply By 10 May, 2026 Posted On 24 April, 2026

Milton Keynes Council

Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Base: £32,061 - £36,363; bonus/equity: not specifi...
On-site
Statutory duties under care act 2014
Mental capacity assessments
Safeguarding enquiries experience
Milton Keynes City Council is seeking a Social Work Assistant for their Adult Social Care Reablement and Hospital Discharge Service, focusing on effective patient transitions from hospital to community. The role emphasizes collaboration with social workers and health professionals to promote independence and wellbeing for clients

Job Summary

  • The role is essential for maintaining flow through acute and community services by ensuring safe and timely discharges from hospital into the community.
  • Colleagues carry out statutory duties including Section 42 enquiries, mental capacity assessments, and carers' conversations to support people regain independence.
  • The service operates within a supportive work culture that aims to go the extra mile to provide high-quality service to clients.

Matching Summary

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Milton Keynes City Council is seeking a Social Work Assistant for their Adult Social Care Reablement and Hospital Discharge Service, focusing on effective patient transitions from hospital to community. The role emphasizes collaboration with social workers and health professionals to promote independence and wellbeing for clients.

Salary

Base: £32,061 - £36,363; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Statutory duties under Care Act 2014
  • Mental capacity assessments
  • Safeguarding enquiries experience
  • Carers' conversations delivery
  • Strength-based assessment skills

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative work culture fit
  • Experience with acute pathways
  • Commitment to client independence
  • Team-oriented mindset

Key Requirements

  • Knowledge of Care Act 2014
  • Health and Social Care Act 2022 compliance
  • Ability to conduct safeguarding enquiries

Work Rights

Not specified

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