We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility Job Title: Forensic Social Worker (Band 6) Location: Central London Duration: 3 months Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM Start Date: ASAP Rate of Pay: £26-30 per hour (umbrella) Contact: Cameron McCoy – (phone number removed) / Must hold a valid full UK Driver’s License What You’ll Be Doing: Join our team as a Forensic Social Worker and make a real difference in the lives of individuals within forensic mental health settings. In this role, you will: Conduct risk assessments and develop care pathway planning to support recovery and rehabilitation. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive and patient-centered care. Provide a social care perspective to patient care planning while promoting the principles of the Recovery Model. Offer guidance and support to families and carers, ensuring safeguarding procedures for adults and children are followed. Lead on safeguarding concerns, working closely with the Team Manager and other key stakeholders. Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to professional regulatory standards. Requirements & Qualifications: To be successful in this role, you will need: A current and valid registration with Social Work England (SWE). Proven experience working as a Social Worker, preferably within forensic or mental health settings. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. A commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. A valid full UK driver’s license (essential). Working Hours & Contract Duration: This role requires availability Monday to Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM, for an initial 3-month contract with a strong possibility of extension based on performance and service needs. This opportunity won’t last long Contact Cameron McCoy today at (phone number removed) or email, or click below to apply now. Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health? Hunter Gatherer Mental Health, incorporating HG Nursing and HG Doctors, is a leading UK recruitment agency for Mental Health Professionals, specialising in locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We help Social Workers, RMNs, CPNs, Psychologists, and Talking Therapists find high-quality jobs that match their skills and career goals. With exclusive roles and a 4.8-star Google rating, we provide a trusted, hassle-free recruitment experience. We’re also ranked among the Top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For. The benefits of working with us: ✔ Fast & simple locum registration – get set up quickly ✔ A network of like-minded mental health, nursing, and medical professionals ✔ Reliable, high-paying locum jobs with bi-weekly payroll ✔ Specialist recruitment consultants who understand your field ✔ Exclusive NHS & private sector job opportunities ✔ CV marketing & business development support ✔ Industry insights, networking events & discounted CPD Know a colleague looking for locum work? Refer them today and earn £250 when they start Click here to refer now