Social Worker - Forensic - Reading area

Are you a Band 6 Social Worker looking for a rewarding locum role in Reading?We have an excellent opportunity to join a secure forensic inpatient service, offering strong pay, a structured on-site role, and a supportive team environment with free meals provided.

• Job Title: Social Worker - Band 6

• Location: Reading area

• Duration: 3-month ongoing contract

• Schedule: Tuesday to Thursday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Part-time, 3 days per week)

• Start Date: June

• End Date: TBC

• Rate of Pay: £38.00 - £40.00 per hour

• Contact: Hannah Chapman - /

Join a secure inpatient service and work as part of a dedicated multi-disciplinary team supporting forensic patients with complex mental health needs. In this role, you will:

• Deliver high-quality social work support to service users detained under the Mental Health Act

• Conduct safeguarding assessments and liaise with external safeguarding authorities

• Support risk management, care planning, discharge coordination, and family liaison

• Work closely with internal professionals including nurses, doctors, and psychologists

• Ensure accurate documentation, tribunal reports, and adherence to legal and ethical standards

• Enjoy an on-site position with no community travel and free meals provided each day

• Current and valid Social Work England registration

• Experience working within forensic inpatient services

• Strong working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and safeguarding procedures

• MAPA (or equivalent PMVA) training is essential

• Confident working independently and collaboratively within secure settings

This is a part-time role working 3 days per week: Tuesday to Thursday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The position begins in June and is an ongoing contract with potential for extension based on performance and service needs.

Contact Hannah Chapman today at or email to apply or find out more.

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