Level 2 Social Worker

NHS; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Lichfield is seeking a Level 2 Social Worker to provide integrated mental health services. The role involves supporting the recovery journey of adults and requires significant post qualifying experience in mental health. Candidates must be registered with Social Work England and possess strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills. The successful applicant will receive support for career development and flexible working options. Ideal for proactive individuals committed to improving outcomes for the community.

Benefits

Up to 27 days annual leave

Flexible working options

Extensive Health and Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Significant post qualifying experience in mental health services.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Willingness to complete AMHP training if not already qualified.

Responsibilities

• Support recovery journey of adults with mental health needs.
• Manage casework effectively and supervise students.
• Provide peer support to your team.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Knowledge of Care Act

Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act

Knowledge of Mental Health Act

Teamwork

IT skills

Education

Social Work Degree

Post Graduate studies in related Social Work Practice

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Level 2 Social Worker

The closing date is 07 January 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the South East Staffordshire area.

We cover Burton, Uttoxeter, Lichfield, Burntwood and Tamworth. The work base for this post will be in Lichfield

The Social Care pathway provides a truly integrated, recovery focussed service to the people of South Staffordshire aged 16 and over, who are experiencing significant and disabling functional mental health difficulties.

Our social workers are core members of the multi-disciplinary mental health pathways supporting the recovery journey of adults with significant mental health needs.

We are supported by strong partnerships and working relationships with local service providers and voluntary agencies. We pride ourselves on providing a responsive and effective service to the communities of South Staffordshire.

Main duties of the job

We currently have an opportunity for a Level 2 social worker and would particularly welcome applications from social workers who are also Approved Mental Health Professionals.

You must have significant post qualifying experience, preferably of working in mental health services, and be registered with Social Work England.

The Social Care Pathway in South Staffordshire currently has accommodation in Lichfield and Burton.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive and innovative individual who possesses excellent communication and organisational skills and has a good working knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act.

The successful candidate must be a team player with excellent communication and IT skills.

If you are not a warranted AMHP, you must be committed to undertaking AMHP training at the earliest opportunity.

About us

By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by

• Supporting your career development and progression.
• Options for flexible working
• Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
• Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resource.
• If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients.
• Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates

And more. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people.

Job responsibilities

As a Trust, we offer informal support and advice as required, monitored caseload numbers, monthly formal supervisions and membership to the Social Work Learning Academy, which supports ongoing professional development opportunities, learning and career development. You will have direct support from the Practice Lead and colleagues as well providing peer support to your team.

You will need to have a full driving licence and access to a car. This is an interesting and challenging post for someone who has a commitment to improving outcomes for the citizens of Staffordshire.

On appointment, the post holder will be auto-enrolled in the SWLA and aligned to the appropriate British Association of Social Work Professional Capabilities Framework. The relevant SWLA stage (i.e. stage 1 (ASYE), 2 (Social Worker) or 3 (Advanced Social Worker) will also be agreed taking all prior Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and relevant experience into consideration. The post holder will be required to take responsibility for their own Continuous Professional Development.

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

• Social Work Degree or equivalent
• Post Graduate studies in related Social Work Practice
• Registration with Social Work England
• Modules at Masters level or equivalent clinical courses within area of clinical expertise
• Willingness to complete AMHP training if not already qualified
• All statutory and mandatory training as relevant
• Masters qualification in relevant area that will support the delivery of the service
• Further study relevant to practice

Experience

• Significant experience in the Social Work field including assessment and management within casework
• Ability to manage time and caseload effectively
• Supporting service users, families and carers
• Working in a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of negotiation and conflict management and in risk management principles
• Supervision and development of students and staff members
• Evidence of project work
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team or environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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.

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust