Lead Forensic Social Worker

Department: Social Work

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Stockton Hall

Compensation: £51,326 / year

Description

Stockton Hall is looking to recruit a Lead Forensic Social Worker to join the team. This is a part time role of 26 hours.

Priory Stockton Hall is a long-serving medium secure hospital based in a quiet but well-connected village near the historic city of York. It serves the local Provider Collaborative and multiple National Collaboratives, depending on clinical need, and has had a long-running record of successful patient pathways.

What you'll be doing

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Forensic Social Worker to join our multidisciplinary forensic secure services. You will play a key leadership role in delivering high-quality, trauma-informed, and evidence-based social work interventions for individuals with complex mental health needs who are involved in or at risk of becoming involved in the criminal justice system.

You will lead and supervise a team of forensic social workers, contribute to service development, and act as a specialist advisor across teams. This role requires a strong understanding of mental health law, safeguarding, risk management, and inter-agency collaboration.

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. 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

Provide professional leadership and supervision to the forensic social work team.
Support recruitment, induction, appraisal, and continuing professional development (CPD) of social work staff.
Ensure social work practice aligns with statutory responsibilities, professional standards, and organisational values.
Lead on the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and practice standards.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

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 qualification in Social Work and be registered with Social Work England. They must have a thorough understanding of current mental health legislation, including the Mental Health Act 1983 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005, as well as safeguarding legislation such as the Care Act 2014. Candidates should demonstrate experience working in a similar setting or show a clear willingness and ability to learn. A strong grasp of legal and policy frameworks, along with a commitment to ethical and person-centred practice, is essential.

For more information about the role, you can email Emilysproson@priorygroup.com

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.