Mental Health Team Social Worker -

Hoop Recruitment LTD; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate and experienced Social Worker to join their Mental Health Team. This role involves assessing and coordinating care for individuals with severe mental health conditions, promoting independence through person-centred support. The hybrid working model allows flexibility, while the supportive environment ensures you can thrive in your role. With a commitment to community engagement and integrated working, this opportunity not only enhances your professional skills but also contributes positively to the lives of those in need. If you are dedicated to making a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free quarterly training sessions

Loyalty Bonus for QSWs

Wellbeing sessions

Dedicated support team

Twice weekly payroll

Qualifications

• Must be registered with Social Care Wales or Social Work England.
• Experience in health or social care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess and coordinate care for service users with mental health issues.
• Support adults in recovery and maintaining independence.

Skills

Communication Skills

Mental Health Assessment

Person-Centred Support

Community Engagement

Education

Relevant Social Work Qualification

Tools

Social Work Registration

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Children and Families Team - Social Worker

Pay rate in line with the All Wales Pledge - £38.15 Umbrella

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council

We are seeking a passionate, motivated, and experienced Social Worker to join our Mental Health Team. This small, well-established service provides specialist social care for individuals with severe and enduring mental health conditions. The team supports adults over 18 in recovery and maintaining independence through person-centred support that promotes choice and control.

As a Mental Health Social Worker, your responsibilities will include assessing, coordinating, and arranging care for service users with mental health issues, including dementia, both in the community and hospital settings. You must be registered with Social Work England or your relevant professional body. Experience in health or social care, along with excellent communication skills, is essential. We value passion, enthusiasm for integrated working, and an understanding of engaging meaningfully with local communities and partners.

Working model: Hybrid (50% remote)
Hours per week: 37
Location: County Hall, Trowbridge
Pay Rate: £38.15 umbrella

Benefits of working for Hoop:

• 20 years’ experience in the social work market
• Local agency based in Cardiff
• Welsh-speaking consultant available
• PAYE and Umbrella payroll options
• Dedicated support team
• Twice weekly payroll
• Supply to Local Authorities across South/West Wales and South West England
• Free quarterly training sessions (CPD contribution)
• Refer a friend scheme
• Loyalty Bonus for QSWs
• Wellbeing sessions

To apply, you must have:

• A relevant Social Work Qualification
• Registration with Social Care Wales
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply
• Three years of referencing
• A driving license and access to a car

Only applications from qualified and registered social workers with Social Care Wales or Social Work England will be considered. Please contact Kate Bowen at Hoop Recruitment on 02922 400519 for more information.