Job summaryWe are looking for a confident Head of Social Work with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 37.5 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Beckton.Main duties of the jobAt Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.About usCygnet 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 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesCygnet 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 real impact on patients, service users & their families.We are looking for a confident, compassionate & committed Social Worker to join oue team as Head of Social Work at Cygnet Hospital Beckton.Its an excellent opportunity to progress your career as a valued member of a supportive team.Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for ourclientsit'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!Cygnet Hospital Beckton:Cygnet Hospital Beckton is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) with inspectors praising staff for their safe, person-centred care. The hospital is a gender specific hospital for women with complex mental health needs.Your Day-to-DaySupervise the Social Work Team, maintain and promote professional social work standards and provide professional leadership.Act as a Practice Educator to develop the knowledge, values and practice skills of student social workers and social workers in their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)Provide expertise, and advice to others in order to ensure a safe, effective, high quality service that is compatible with relevant policies, procedures and protocols.You areA Registered Social Worker with Social Work EnglandA relevant Social Work qualificationExperienced in working within a mental health setting, or passionate about working in this fieldKnowledgeable of safeguarding, health & safety, data protection, confidentiality issues & equality & diversityAn excellent communicator with exceptional interpersonal skillsAble to work as part of a multidisciplinary teamSkilled in report writing with excellent literacy skills and attention to detailWhy Cygnet? Well offer youStrong career progression opportunities, including into management rolesMonthly reflective practice, expert supervision & peer supportEmployee referral schemePension schemeCycle to Work scheme & employee discount savings.Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.Ready to make a positive change?Please click on the apply now link belowJoin us!In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.Person SpecificationGeneral RequirementsEssentialPlease refer to job description aboveDesirablePlease refer to job description aboveDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameCygnet Health CareAddressLondon and South EastE6 6ZBEmployer's websitehttps://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)