Forensic Social Worker | West London NHS Trust

West London Mental Health Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health care provider in Greater London is seeking a Forensic Social Worker to support the transition of service users from secure settings to community-based care. This role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic support and enhance user recovery. Candidates must have a qualified social work degree and registration with Social Work England, plus preferred experience in forensic or mental health social work.

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in forensic or mental health social work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the team improving lives of forensic mental health service users.
• Support service users’ transition from secure settings.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for holistic care.

Skills

Strong communication

Case-management

Multidisciplinary working

Education

Qualification in social work

Job description

Overview

West London NHS Trust is one of the largest providers of mental health care in the country, and a leading national provider of secure and specialist mental healthcare. We provide community-based forensic care to eight North West London boroughs and have recently been rated Outstanding by the CQC for our Forensic Services. We are chosen by NHS England to pioneer a new approach to support forensic service users in the community, working with individuals and providers to transition users out of secure settings and support their ongoing recovery in the community.

The Role

Forensic Social Worker / Social Supervisor – committed to working collaboratively with individuals and providers in the community to find positive and safe ways of working with people who use these services. This is a rare chance to shape a new service, develop your skills and your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as part of the ground-breaking team that will improve the lives of forensic mental health service users and their carers.
• Support service users’ transition from secure settings and contribute to their recovery in the community.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, local authorities and community agencies to provide holistic care.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Qualification in social work and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience in forensic or mental health social work preferred.
• Strong communication, case‑management and multidisciplinary working skills.

Diversity & Inclusion

At WLNHST we don’t just accept difference; we actively celebrate it and support it for the benefit of our staff, our patients and our community. We are proud to be part of an equal opportunity workplace.

About West London NHS Trust

West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation. We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Turnover 2024‑25 is over £500m. Our Trust is rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission, and our forensic services are rated ‘Outstanding’. We are an established partner in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board.

Application Information

• Applicant must have a qualification in social work and registration with Social Work England.
• Candidate Pack provides an overview of key tasks and responsibilities; person specification outlines qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
• This advert closes on Friday 2 Jan 2026.