Children and Young Person's Social Worker (+ £3,500 bonus)

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading mental health service provider in Buckinghamshire as a Social Worker. This full-time role offers opportunities for training and development, focusing on providing high-quality mental health services to children and young people facing challenges. Enjoy benefits such as career progression, generous leave, and NHS discounts.

Benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Tailored learning and development programs

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

NHS discounts across various shops and services

Competitive pension scheme

Lease car and cycle-to-work schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Supportive networking and diversity groups

Qualifications

• Full valid driving license and access to a vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and deliver treatment programs for children and young people.
• Manage clinical caseload and provide therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with agencies to develop integrated services.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Assessment

Planning

Education

Social Work Qualification

Job description

Join Our Team in Children & Adolescent Mental Health Services

Are you interested in working in a team that delivers services to young people facing mental health challenges?

Within Children & Adolescent Mental Health Services in Buckinghamshire, we are looking for motivated Social Workers to join a dedicated team alongside other social workers, occupational therapists, and nurses. Our team is committed to improving services for young people. Whether you are currently working in the NHS, a local authority, or an alternative setting and seeking exposure in a new area, we have a career path for you.

If you are not already working in a CAMHS setting, we offer training and development within our experienced team. This role is based in our Buckinghamshire Young People's Eating Disorder Service, where you will provide high-quality mental health services for children, young people, and their families facing mental health and eating disorder challenges.

While this is a full-time role, we are open to part-time or flexible work patterns. Please contact us with any questions.

This role is eligible for an incentive scheme of £3,500 paid over 18 months. Payments are pro-rata, non-pensionable, and subject to a clawback clause. Only external employees of Oxford Health NHS are eligible for this scheme.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assess, plan, and deliver evidence-based treatment programs for children and young people referred to the Buckinghamshire CAMHS Eating Disorder Service.
2. Manage an agreed clinical caseload, including key working and therapeutic interventions.
3. Develop and maintain therapeutic activities tailored to patient needs.
4. Provide training, supervision, consultation, and support to partner agencies and educational settings, promoting positive mental health and early intervention.
5. Collaborate with agencies such as Social Care, schools, and other CAMHS teams to meet the needs of young people and develop integrated services.

Applicants must have a full valid driving license and access to a vehicle. Adjustments can be made in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 where necessary.

About Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust

We provide physical, mental health, and social care across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath, and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics, and people’s homes, aiming to provide care as close to home as possible.

Our vision is that everyone receives: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”. Our core values are: “Caring, safe, and excellent”.

Benefits

• Opportunities for career progression
• Tailored learning and development programs
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 33 days with service
• NHS discounts across various shops and services
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car and cycle-to-work schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
• Supportive networking and diversity groups

Contact Information

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Megan Green
• Job Title: Operational Lead
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]

Service Manager: Lucy Eaves ([e-mail])