Social Worker

Job summary

We are looking for a confident, compassionate & committed Social Worker to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Sheffield on our Low Secure Adult ward.

Joining us on a full time, 40 hour per week basis, you will work across 5 days.

This an excellent opportunity to progress your career as a valued member of a supportive team.

Purpose of the role

The Inpatient Social Worker provides specialist psychosocial assessment, safeguarding leadership, and systemic support to young people admitted to the inpatient unit.

The post holder acts as a key link between the ward and external agencies, supporting safe discharge planning and promoting the welfare of young people in line with statutory responsibilities.

Cygnet Hospital Sheffield:

Cygnet Hospital Sheffield offers general adolescent and intensive support CAMHS services for male and female adolescents over three distinct wards.

Spencer Ward:

Spencer Ward at Cygnet Hospital Sheffield is a 15 bed in patient service providing assessment and treatment for women with mental disorders. Treatment is aimed at identification and management of needs rather than just a particular diagnosis.

Main duties of the job

Job Summary:

• To hold a caseload at site, managing all social care requirements for your allocated service users
• To work in collaboration with other members of the Multi-Disciplinary team and other associated community professionals to deliver a comprehensive and joined up plan for treatment and support of all service users
• To assist and support social work assistants with managerial and clinical supervision
• To ensure continued registration as a Social Worker under Social Work England ensuring continuous practise development and ensuring all relevant fees are paid

Key Responsibilities:

• To assist in ensuring the Companys policies and procedures are implemented and carried out within the Social Work department
• To hold and be responsible for managing a ward caseload, ensuring individual Service Users receive appropriate therapeutic care and support in accordance with their social care needs
• To assist with multi-disciplinary assessments of service users through referral to discharge
• To refer and support Service Users with assessment under the Care Act 2014 and for support under Section 117 of the Mental Health Act 1983
• To support Family/Carers using appropriate assessments and to deliver advise, guidance and information; ensuring the Triangle of Care principles are used as appropriate at your service
• To attend all statutory and mandatory training as required

About us

Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care.

Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 160 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Details

• Date posted: 09 October 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £33,200 to £33,200 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: VP524EAFEE
• Job locations: Sheffield, S2 3PX, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Cygnet have been providing a national network of high quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.

With us, youll have the chance to make a rea l impact on patients, service users & their families.

Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for our clients it's a challenging, satisfying vocation.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

So if youre passionate about what you do, we want to talk to you!

• To assist in ensuring the Companys policies and procedures are implemented and carried out within the Social Work department
• To hold and be responsible for managing a ward caseload, ensuring individual Service Users receive appropriate therapeutic care and support in accordance with their social care needs, including those service users who may have committed serious offences such as homicide, arson, violent or sexual assaults against adults and children
• To assist with multi-disciplinary assessments of service users through referral to discharge
• To refer and support Service Users with assessment under the Care Act 2014 and for support under Section 117 of the Mental Health Act 1983
• To support Family/Carers using appropriate assessments and to deliver advise, guidance and information; ensuring the Triangle of Care principles are used as appropriate at your service
• To attend all statutory and mandatory training as required

You are

• A Registered Social Worker with Social Work England
• A relevant Social Work qualification
• Experienced in working within a mental health setting, or passionate about working in this field
• Knowledgeable of safeguarding, health & safety, data protection, confidentiality issues & equality & diversity
• An excellent communicator with exceptional interpersonal skills
• Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Skilled in report writing with excellent literacy skills and attention to detail

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

• Salary of £33,200 per year
• An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
• Expert supervision & support
• Free Health Cash plan
• Enhanced maternity pay: 8 weeks full Pay, 18 weeks half Pay (Inclusive of SMP) followed by 13 weeks SMP.
• 24 hours free GP support line
• Free life assurance cover
• Free eye tests
• Car lease discounts
• Discounted gym membership
• Free mortgage broker and Insurance cover
• Pension scheme
• Employee NHS discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
• Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

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