Social Worker Mental Health

Pulse Healthcare Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in England is seeking an experienced Adult Mental Health Social Worker to join their Mental Health Social Care and Reviews Teams. This role offers a competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, managing complex cases, and leading on safeguarding duties. Candidates should have registration with Social Work England and a deep understanding of relevant legal frameworks. This position provides opportunities for professional development and a meaningful impact on communities.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £52,767

£3,000 retention bonus

Payment of Social Work England registration fee

Regular reflective supervision

Bespoke Personal Development Plans

Fully funded training opportunities

Qualifications

• At least one year of post-ASYE experience in a statutory setting.
• Knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Mental Health Act.

Responsibilities

• Provide a duty service offering advice and risk assessments.
• Conduct Care Act assessments and develop support plans.
• Manage complex cases and complete initial care reviews.
• Lead on safeguarding adults' statutory duties.
• Collaborate with health services and other partners.
• Facilitate mental capacity assessments and Court applications.
• Prepare reports and attend tribunals to advocate for individuals.

Skills

Strong knowledge of legal frameworks

Passion for supporting adults with mental health needs

Experience in statutory setting

Education

Registration as a Social Worker with Social Work England

Job description

Liquid Personnel are proud to be working with Richmond and Wandsworth Councils to recruit a dedicated and experienced Adult Mental Health Social Worker to join their Mental Health Social Care and Reviews Teams.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults facing mental health challenges, within a supportive and forward-thinking local authority.

Your benefits as an Adult Mental Health Social Worker :

• Competitive salary up to £52,767
• £3,000 retention bonus (paid every two years)
• Payment of Social Work England registration fee
• Hybrid working - 40% of your time spent within the boroughs
• Regular reflective supervision and peer group support
• Bespoke Personal Development Plans tailored to your career goals
• Fully funded training opportunities including Practice Educator, Leadership and Management, Best Interest Assessor (BIA), AMHP, Coaching and Mentoring, and Adult Safeguarding at Risk.
• Access to Research in Practice membership and Institute of Leadership and Management resources

As the Adult Mental Health Social Worker, you will :

• Provide a duty / front door service offering signposting, advice, screening, and risk assessments
• Conduct Care Act assessments and develop strength‑based support plans to promote independence
• Manage complex cases and complete initial care reviews
• Lead on safeguarding adults statutory duties, including Section 42 enquiries
• Collaborate with health services, housing teams, voluntary sector organisations, and other key partners
• Carry out carers' assessments and build strong relationships with families and caregivers
• Facilitate mental capacity assessments, best interest meetings, and Court of Protection applications
• Prepare social circumstances reports and attend tribunals to advocate for individuals

Essential requirements of this Adult Mental Health Social Worker role :

• Registration as a Social Worker with Social Work England
• At least one year of post-ASYE experience in a statutory setting
• Strong knowledge of legal frameworks including the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Mental Health Act
• A passion for supporting adults with mental health needs and promoting independence

If this sounds like it could be the role for you then please contact Mozz Radwan on 02038573486 or

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.