Job Description
Are you a Senior Social Worker with forensic experience looking for a rewarding locum opportunity in Reading?We have a fantastic part-time opportunity available offering excellent pay, a supportive working environment, and even free meals on site!
Key Details:
* Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Forensic Inpatient Service
* Location: Reading area
* Duration: 3-month ongoing contract
* Schedule: Wednesday to Thursday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Part-time)
* Start Date: ASAP
* End Date: TBC
* Rate of Pay: £40.00 per hour
* Contact: Hannah Chapman - /
A Day in the Life of a Senior Social Worker:
In this role, you'll join a specialist forensic inpatient service, supporting service users detained under the Mental Health Act. You will:
* Provide specialist social work input for patients with complex forensic histories
* Deliver safeguarding assessments and manage risk in collaboration with the MDT
* Liaise with external agencies including MAPPA, social services, and criminal justice partners
* Support patients with discharge planning, leave arrangements, and family liaison
* Ensure accurate and timely completion of statutory documentation and care plans
* Work in line with the Care Act, Mental Health Act, and relevant safeguarding legislation
With free meals on site and a strong MDT around you, this is a great opportunity to bring your experience into a highly supportive and structured environment.
Requirements & Qualifications:
* Current and valid Social Work England registration
* Experience working within forensic inpatient settings
* Strong working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and safeguarding procedures
* Must have valid MAPA (or equivalent PMVA) training
* Excellent communication, organisational, and risk management skills
Working Hours & Contract Duration:
This role is part-time, working Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with the initial contract lasting 3 months ongoing, and a strong likelihood of extension depending on service needs.
Interested? Let's chat!
Contact Hannah Chapman today on or email to apply or discuss the role in more detail.
Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health?
Hunter Gatherer is a specialist UK recruitment agency connecting mental health professionals to exceptional locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector.
We're proud to of