Social Worker

Cygnet (NW) Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Shopping, travel & leisure discounts

Healthcare & financial benefits

Job summary

Cygnet Hospital Sheffield is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join the Low Secure Adult ward on a full‑time, 40 hour week basis. You will manage a caseload, work with a multidisciplinary team, and support social work colleagues while maintaining ongoing registration with Social Work England.

The role requires a registered social worker with mental health experience or a strong interest in this field, and a commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality and diversity. DBS check will be required.

Qualifications

• A Registered Social Worker with Social Work England
• A relevant Social Work qualification
• Experience in mental health setting or passion for this field
• Knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety, data protection, confidentiality & equality & diversity
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Skilled in report writing with attention to detail

Responsibilities

• To hold a caseload at site, managing all social care requirements for your allocated service users
• To work in collaboration with MDT and other professionals to deliver a joined-up plan for treatment and support
• To assist and support social work assistants with supervision
• To ensure continued registration as a Social Worker under Social Work England – ongoing practice development and fees paid

Skills

Registered social worker

Social work qualification

Mental health experience

Safeguarding & data protection

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Report writing

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. We are looking for a confident, compassionate & committed Social Worker to join our team at Low Secure Adult ward at Cygnet Hospital Sheffield. Joining us on a full time, 40 hour per week basis, you will work across 5 days. It’s an excellent opportunity to progress your career as a valued member of a supportive team. Cygnet have been providing a national network of high quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. With us, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families. Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for our clients – it's a challenging, satisfying vocation. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work. So if you’re passionate about what you do, we want to talk to you!

Cygnet Hospital Sheffield

Cygnet Hospital Sheffield offers general adolescent and intensive support CAMHS services for male and female adolescents over three distinct wards. Spencer Ward at Cygnet Hospital Sheffield is a 15 bed in patient service providing assessment and treatment for women with mental disorders. Treatment is aimed at identification and management of needs rather than just a particular diagnosis.

Job Summary

• To hold a caseload at site, managing all social care requirements for your allocated service users
• To work in collaboration with other members of the Multi-Disciplinary team and other associated community professionals to deliver a comprehensive and joined up plan for treatment and support of all service users, including services users who
• To assist and support social work assistants with managerial and clinical supervision
• To ensure continued registration as a Social Worker under Social Work England – ensuring continuous practise development and ensuring all relevant fees are paid

Qualifications & Experience

• A Registered Social Worker with Social Work England
• A relevant Social Work qualification
• Experienced in working within a mental health setting, or passionate about working in this field
• Knowledgeable of safeguarding, health & safety, data protection, confidentiality issues & equality & diversity
• An excellent communicator with exceptional interpersonal skills
• Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Skilled in report writing with excellent literacy skills and attention to detail

Why Cygnet?

• Salary: Up to :£33,200pa
• Strong career progression opportunities, including into management roles
• Monthly reflective practice, expert supervision & peer support
• Employee referral scheme
• Pension scheme “Cycle to Work” scheme & employee discount savings.

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

At Cygnet, we’ve been changing people’s lives for more than 30 years – thanks to our wide range of high-quality health services. Our care has our patients and residents at its heart and their wellness as its goal. We’re always set on positive, lasting outcomes.