Role Overview
Cygnet Health Care is seeking a Lead Social Worker to join the CAMHS service at Cygnet Hospital Bury. This is a full-time role (40 hours/week), ideal for someone passionate about delivering outstanding care and making a meaningful impact on young people’s mental health.
- Employer: Cygnet Health Care
- Location: North West, United Kingdom (BL8 2BS)
- Salary: £45,000 to £49,400 per year
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
- Closing Date: 05 September 2025
Key Responsibilities
Lead on the social care needs of service users and patients
Work in partnership with families, service users, and other stakeholders to support recovery
- Ensure awareness of legal rights among service users and families/carers
Maintain professional contact with statutory agencies
Actively contribute to safeguarding within the multidisciplinary team
Prepare and deliver written reports to clinical and professional teams
Drive service improvement and reinforce the role of social work in mental health services
About Cygnet Health Care
Established in 1988, Cygnet Health Care has grown to operate 150 services across the UK. The care team consists of 10,000 employees supporting 2,864 individuals with mental health needs, autism, and learning disabilities. The focus is on user-centred care, rehabilitation, and delivering strong outcomes.
Work Environment: Cygnet Hospital Forestwood
This hospital offers CAMHS Tier 4 PICU, General Acute, and Low Secure services across four wards. The treatment pathway includes admission, intervention, and discharge, with an emphasis on rapid assessment and targeted therapy.
Candidate Requirements
You are:
A Registered Social Worker (Social Work England)
Qualified in Social Work
Experienced (minimum 4 years) in a mental health setting or have a strong interest in the field
Knowledgeable in safeguarding, confidentiality, health & safety, and equality & diversity
Strong in communication and interpersonal skills
Skilled in report writing, with excellent literacy and attention to detail
Able to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
Benefits
Strong career progression, including management roles
Monthly reflective practice, expert supervision, and peer support
Employee referral scheme
Pension scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Employee discounts for shopping, travel, and leisure
Healthcare and financial perks
Please note: Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.
Legal & Registration Notes
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check:
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for Disclosure will be made to the DBS to check for any previous convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship:
Applications from job seekers needing a Skilled Worker visa are welcome.
From 6 April 2017, applicants (and adult dependants) must provide criminal record certificates from all countries lived in for 12+ months over the past 10 years. More information on overseas criminal records check
UK Registration:
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. More details can be found on the NHS Careers website.
How to Apply
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