Permanent Social Worker - Inpatient Forensic - Chester area

Are you a Social Worker looking for a rewarding permanent role in Chester?
We have an exciting opportunity within a private inpatient service supporting individuals with complex mental health needs and risk behaviours. This is a great role for someone looking to make a real impact in a secure and structured setting, without the need for community travel.

• Job Title: Social Worker - Permanent

• Location: Chester area

• Duration: Permanent contract

• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

• Start Date: ASAP

• End Date: N/A (Permanent)

• Salary: £39,589 per annum

• Contact: Hannah Chapman - /

Join a well-established multidisciplinary team providing care for individuals with mental health difficulties and associated risk behaviours. In this role, you will:

• Provide statutory social work support to service users detained under the Mental Health Act

• Complete risk assessments, care planning and safeguarding responsibilities

• Liaise with families, carers, external agencies, and legal representatives

• Attend CPA meetings, tribunals, and contribute to discharge planning

• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to service development

• Work on-site with no community travel required

• Engage with a dynamic and professional MDT in a supportive environment

• Current registration with Social Work England

• Experience working with mental health service users

• Desirable: Forensic experience or understanding of inpatient secure settings

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills

• Ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary setting

This is a full-time permanent position working Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. You'll be based fully on-site, with no community travel required. Free meals are provided as part of the package alongside other great benefits.

Contact Hannah Chapman today at or email to apply or learn more.

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