Job Title: Band 6 Forensic Social Worker
Trust: Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Thames House
Ward: Low Secure Assessment and Treatment Wards for Adult Women
Pay Rates: £24.61 per hour
Shift Patterns: 37.5 hours a week – Mon-Fri - 09:00 - 17:00
Why might this job interest you?
Are you a passionate Band 6 Social Worker looking for your next big opportunity? If you're ready to bring your skills to a supportive, forward-thinking team where your impact truly matters—this could be the perfect role for you!
We are looking for a talented Social Worker to join our welcoming and highly respected team for a temporary placement—a chance to step into a role where your experience, ideas, and passion for Social Work will be truly valued. If you're dedicated to making a difference and want to be part of a dynamic team that's shaping the future of healthcare—we'd love to hear from you.
In this role, you will:
- Identify social care issues on admission/ongoing and ensure that liaison with current housing providers, and Social Security Benefits are made, and that any issues regarding property and tenancy are dealt with at an early stage.
- Contribute to pre-admission assessments of patients referred to Forensic Services. This will include ascertaining information on Local Authority section 117 responsibility, and where applicable, identifying Nearest Relatives and appropriate family, determining previous input from mental health services and other relevant agencies and identifying any potential child protection or family issues.
- Function effectively across a variety of environments (e.g. wards of varying levels of security, service users’ homes, inter-agency settings, etc.) including contributing to home risk assessment
- Have a working knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Mental Health Act, Mental
Capacity Act and Care Act and to contribute to assessments of needs within the Care Act 2014 and Section 117 Aftercare needs, working with Local Authority and Health partners to ensure arrangements are made for effective discharge planning.
What you’ll need—and be able to provide evidence for:
· You will possess an active registration with Social Work England (SWE).
· You will have a recognised professional qualification in Social Work.
· You will have previous caseload management including complex conditions & cases
· You will be able to provide evidence based, reflective practice and clinical reasoning skills in assessment & treatment
· Desirable experience in Safeguarding processes and leadership structures
· You will have knowledge and application of relevant legislation eg Care Act, Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act
Why Join Us? Enjoy These Fantastic Benefits:
· Be Part of a Caring Community – Join the NHSP community and work alongside a diverse team, caring for patients from all walks of life.
· Weekly Pay – Enjoy the convenience of receiving your wages weekly for greater financial flexibility.
· Blue Light Card – Get access to exclusive NHS discounts and savings.
· Priority Access to Shifts – Get first pick of shifts and placements at your preferred Trust over agency workers.
· 24/7 Support – Our friendly team is always available to assist you with any questions or concerns.
· Flexible Working Options – Choose shifts that suit your lifestyle or opt for fixed-termplacements, giving you the work-life balance you need.
· Training & Development – Access ongoing training and development opportunities through the Trust and NHSP’s academy.
· Diverse Work Experience – Explore different wards, keep your skills sharp, and gain invaluable experience.
· NHSP Member Perks – Enjoy access to fun member activities, such as Member of the Month, Member Appreciation Week, exclusive giveaways, webinars, and more!
· Convenient Parking – On-site parking available, with easy access to public transport.
Who are NHS Professionals?
NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.
Join us today and enjoy a fulfilling role with excellent benefits!
By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.
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Pay: £24.61 per hour
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
