Are you a Band 6 Social Worker looking for a rewarding locum role in West London? We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!
• Job Title: Social Worker Band 6
• Location: West London
• Duration: Ongoing contract
• Schedule: Full-time hours (Monday to Friday)
• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: Ongoing
• Rate of Pay: £27 per hour
• Contact: Cameron McCoy – /
What You’ll Be Doing:Join the team as a Social Worker covering two inpatient low secure pre-discharge wards. In this role, you will:
• assess and analyse risks to the public, staff, and risk of reoffending
• develop risk management strategies and care plans with the MDT
• produce formal reports for tribunals, hearings, and panels
• lead on child and adult safeguarding within the team
• liaise with Local Authorities, community mental health teams, prisons, and safeguarding boards
• support discharge planning with SCFT Hubs and Patient Flow Coordinators
• represent the service at MAPPA, MARAC, and other external meetings
• advocate for patients’ rights, inclusion, and empowerment
• support carers and families, including conducting or referring for Carers’ Assessments
Requirements & Qualifications:To be successful in this role, you will need:
• current and valid Social Work England (SWE) registration
• experience in inpatient or secure mental health settings
• strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and care planning
• experience writing tribunal and formal reports
• excellent communication and teamwork skills
Working Hours & Contract Duration:This role is full-time, Monday to Friday, on an ongoing contract with strong potential for extension.
This opportunity won’t last long! Contact Cameron McCoy today at 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 RMNs, CPNs, Social Workers, 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
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