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Deputy Lead Social Worker Forensic Mental HealthDo not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.Location: West BerkshireSalary: Up to 52,000 + Excellent BenefitsContract Type: Full-Time, PermanentAre you a qualified Social Worker with leadership experience in secure mental health settings? Ready to join a forward-thinking organisation where your development is prioritised and your impact is recognised?An established independent healthcare provider is seeking a Deputy Lead Social Worker for one of its specialist mental health services in West Berkshire. This role offers an excellent opportunity to support service users on their recovery journey while mentoring a small team and helping shape clinical best practice.About the RoleIn this senior position, youll support the delivery of high-quality social work within a secure and structured environment. The service supports adults with complex mental health needs across several wards, including secure and acute care settings.As Deputy Lead, youll manage your own caseload while supervising junior team members, contributing to safeguarding and capacity decisions, and working closely with the wider multidisciplinary team.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide supervision, mentorship, and appraisal to social work colleaguesLead on adult safeguarding, capacity assessments, and best interest decisionsCoordinate key processes including CPAs, tribunals, and discharge planningLiaise with external stakeholders such as social care, MAPPA, police, and probationDeliver safeguarding training and contribute to audit and quality initiativesSupport families and carers throughout the care pathwayWhat Youll NeedA recognised qualification in Social WorkRegistration with Social Work EnglandExperience within forensic, secure, or complex mental health servicesA strong understanding of safeguarding and capacity legislationConfident communication and a collaborative leadership styleWhats on OfferSalary up to 52,00033 days annual leave including bank holidays, plus your birthday offFree on-site meals and parkingComprehensive wellbeing programmeCompany pension and life assuranceEnhanced maternity benefitsCareer development opportunities with access to funded trainingStaff discounts, car leasing options, and more