Social Work Team Lead

7 hours ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time
Social Work Team Lead

Earnings: £45,000 - £55,000 per year.

We are seeking an experienced Social Work Team Lead to join our team at Thornford Park Hospital in Thatcham. As a key member of the social work department, you will play a crucial role in leading adult safeguarding initiatives and empowering recovery for individuals with mental illness and complex care needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the social work team in taking the lead on child and adult safeguarding.
  • Act as deputy for the Lead Social Worker in quality assurance meetings.
  • Assist the social work team in delivering safeguarding induction and update training across the Hospital.
  • Lead multidisciplinary teams on non-medical mental capacity issues and best interest decisions.
  • Provide quality supervision and appraisal to junior and senior social workers in the Team.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • A Social Work qualification.
  • Registration with Social Work England.
  • Experience working with individuals with mental illness, complex care needs, and those with personality disorder.
  • The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays) – plus your birthday off.
  • Free meals and parking.
  • Wellbeing support and activities to maintain a great work-life balance.
  • Career development and training opportunities.
  • Pension contribution to secure your future.
  • Life Assurance for added peace of mind.
  • A range of benefits including retail discounts and special offers.

Our hospital is part of Ramsay Health Care, a global network extending across 10 countries and employing over 86,000 people globally. We pride ourselves on our unique approach to care delivery and commitment to excellence, making us an ideal employer for those seeking to grow and advance their careers.



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