Forensic Social Worker

Forensic Social Worker

Department: Social Work

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Priory Hospital Enfield

Compensation: £36,500 / year

Description
The Priory Hospital Enfieldis looking to recruit a Forensic Social Worker to join the team. we have Acute
12 beds, female, 18+ and a Secure 41 beds, males, 18+. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours.

We offer specialist mental health care to people who are unwell and are considered to be unable to look after themselves in the community. We offer specialist assessment, treatment and care to patients with severe mental illness, complex needs and people who require an environment with security and safety.

What you'll be doing
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a Forensic Social Worker , you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients

• To provide expertise and leadership in Safeguarding.
• To bring clear focus on the rights of all service users and their families, including the ability to investigate, evaluate and learn from allegations to improve safety, dignity and compassion within the unit.
• To work as part of the Multi- disciplinary Team focusing on prevention, early intervention, building resilience and self-care, reducing and delaying dependency.
• To undertake assessments, care plans and where required Tribunal Report to determine eligibility and support the access to services under relevant social care framework.

You can find additional information in the attached .

What you'll bring to the role
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree-level Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. They will have detailed knowledge of Mental Health legislation, including the Mental Health Act 1983, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Safeguarding legislation such as The Care Act 2014. With strong multidisciplinary, recovery-focused practice skills, they will apply evidence-informed interventions that promote autonomy, rights, and positive outcomes for individuals and families. The role requires excellent judgment, partnership working, risk management, and the ability to critically reflect, lead, and model effective practice in complex situations while maintaining professional boundaries.

For more information about the role, you can email Apply

What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Supplemented meals
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.