21 Crisis Intervention jobs in the United Kingdom

• Provide immediate mental health support and crisis intervention.
• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and risk evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Facilitate de-escalation and provide therapeutic support.
• Liaise effectively with other healthcare professionals, agencies, and families.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all patient interactions.
• Contribute to safeguarding procedures and protocols.
• Participate in team meetings and clinical supervision.
• Engage in service development and quality improvement activities.

• Valid NMC registration as a Mental Health Nurse (RMN).
• Proven experience in adult mental health, particularly in crisis intervention or acute settings.
• Strong understanding of mental health legislation and best practices.
• Excellent assessment, clinical reasoning, and therapeutic skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in electronic patient record systems.
• Valid UK driving license and access to a vehicle is preferred for community visits.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule as required by a hybrid model.

• Provide immediate, high-quality mental health nursing care to individuals in crisis.
• Conduct thorough biopsychosocial assessments of patients presenting with acute mental health needs.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with patients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, monitoring for efficacy and side effects.
• Offer crisis counseling and de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations.
• Liaise effectively with other healthcare professionals, emergency services, and community resources.
• Educate patients and their families/carers about mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in accordance with professional and organisational standards.
• Participate in regular supervision, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.
• Advocate for patients' needs and rights within the healthcare system.

• Valid NMC registration as a Registered Mental Health Nurse.
• Proven experience working within mental health services, preferably in a crisis or acute setting.
• Strong clinical assessment and intervention skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of mental health legislation and best practice guidelines.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and autonomously.
• Proficiency in electronic patient record systems.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• A compassionate and resilient attitude towards supporting individuals with complex mental health needs.
• Driving license and access to a vehicle may be required for community-based elements of the role.

• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments for individuals in acute crisis.
• Develop and implement evidence-based care plans in collaboration with patients and their families.
• Provide direct nursing care, including therapeutic communication and interventions, to manage mental health conditions.
• Effectively de-escalate high-risk situations, ensuring the safety of patients and staff.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor patient responses.
• Liaise with other healthcare professionals, social services, and community resources to ensure seamless patient care pathways.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records using electronic systems.
• Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions and coping strategies.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and professional development activities.
• Adhere strictly to NMC guidelines, professional standards, and organisational policies.

• Valid NMC Registration as a Mental Health Nurse (RMN).
• Significant post-registration experience in acute mental health settings, including crisis intervention.
• Proven ability to conduct thorough mental health assessments and risk assessments.
• Strong clinical skills in de-escalation and managing challenging behaviours.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills.
• Knowledge of current mental health legislation and best practice guidelines.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and autonomously.
• Proficiency in using electronic patient record systems.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Full UK driving licence is desirable for community outreach.

Approach Social Work

A fully funded training programme that helps you step into children’s social work with the training, tools and support to make a difference.

Why choose Approach Social Work?

Make a difference where it matters most

Social work is a career with meaning, development and room to grow.

On this programme, you’ll gain the skills, experience and master’s degree to build a career that makes life better for children.

Get qualified while you train

You’ll work towards your master’s degree during our three-year training programme.

In year one you’ll receive a tax-exempt bursary while training on the job. From year two, you’ll step into a paid role as a newly qualified social worker, earning up to £34,000.

Be supported from day one

Learn on the job with guidance from tutors, experienced social workers and a peer network with career-long support from the Frontline Fellowship.

What you’ll do

As a social worker, you’ll help make sure children are safe, supported and able to thrive. No two days are the same. Your work might involve things like:

– Visiting children at home or school

– Supporting parents through difficult circumstances

– Working with teachers, health professionals and police

– Using evidence to make complex decisions in children’s best interests

And that’s only part of it. The role is wide-ranging and shaped by the needs of each child you work with. It’s challenging work but when done well, it changes lives.

For further details regarding your opportunities click to visit our website

Approach Social Work

A fully funded training programme that helps you step into children’s social work with the training, tools and support to make a difference.

Why choose Approach Social Work?

Make a difference where it matters most

Social work is a career with meaning, development and room to grow.

On this programme, you’ll gain the skills, experience and master’s degree to build a career that makes life better for children.

Get qualified while you train

You’ll work towards your master’s degree during our three-year training programme.

In year one you’ll receive a tax-exempt bursary while training on the job. From year two, you’ll step into a paid role as a newly qualified social worker, earning up to £34,000.

Be supported from day one

Learn on the job with guidance from tutors, experienced social workers and a peer network with career-long support from the Frontline Fellowship.

What you’ll do

As a social worker, you’ll help make sure children are safe, supported and able to thrive. No two days are the same. Your work might involve things like:

– Visiting children at home or school

– Supporting parents through difficult circumstances

– Working with teachers, health professionals and police

– Using evidence to make complex decisions in children’s best interests

And that’s only part of it. The role is wide-ranging and shaped by the needs of each child you work with. It’s challenging work but when done well, it changes lives.

For further details regarding your opportunities click to visit our website

Job Title: Lecturer in Social Work

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £38,784 - £43,482 per annum - AC2

Job type: Permanent, Full-time

The University is unlike any other. Standing proud in the heart of the city of Birmingham, they have been delivering career-focused education and training for decades. With around 8000 students across FE and HE level provision, the University is highly respected by employers and industry in meeting the region's skills needs.

The University's mission is to promote and provide the opportunity for participation in the learning process by those with the ambition and commitment to succeed and to maintain a learning community that meets the diverse needs of our students, the economy and society at large.

The Role:

The University is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Lecturer- in Social Work to join our new and growing team. Social work practice experience is preferred, and we welcome applications from candidates with a background in adults and/or mental health social work.

You will be an engaging and innovative educator, qualified to Postgraduate Diploma or Master's level and registered with Social Work England.

You will be involved in designing and delivering engaging, inclusive teaching that applies theory to real-world Social Work practice. You will also support students through their learning journey, helping them to build confidence and professional practice skills.

You will contribute to the design, delivery and assessment of Social Work modules across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. You will bring current practice expertise, a student-centred approach, and a passion for collaborative, interprofessional education.

We welcome applicants with academic or practice teaching experience and a desire to support students from diverse backgrounds. Whether you are an experienced lecturer or transitioning from social work practice, we will support your development within our ambitious and supportive environment.

Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  • 38 days' paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contributions - 28.6%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology and cycle.
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Free on-site gym membership

Extra Information:

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing Date - Sunday 16th November 2025.

Interview Date - Friday 28th November 2025.

The University is an equal opportunities employer.

Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form.

Candidates with experience of: Lecturer, Social Work Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, University Lecturer, HNC/D Lecturer, College Lecturer, Senior Academic Lecturer, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher will also be considered for this role.

• Lead, manage, and motivate a team of social workers and support staff.
• Oversee the effective management of complex cases, providing guidance and support to team members.
• Ensure that all services are delivered in accordance with legal frameworks, policies, and professional standards.
• Conduct regular supervision sessions with team members, focusing on performance, professional development, and well-being.
• Manage team workloads, ensuring fair allocation of cases and efficient resource utilization.
• Promote a culture of reflective practice and continuous improvement within the team.
• Liaise with other agencies and professionals to ensure integrated service delivery.
• Handle safeguarding concerns and complex client issues with expertise and sensitivity.
• Contribute to service planning and development initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records and administrative documentation.

• Qualified Social Worker with a relevant degree (e.g., BA/BSc in Social Work) and current professional registration (e.g., Social Work England).
• Significant post-qualifying experience in social work, with demonstrable experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Thorough understanding of child protection, adult safeguarding, and relevant legislation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage a team effectively and foster a positive working environment.
• Strong assessment, planning, and intervention skills.
• Ability to handle complex and challenging situations with professionalism and resilience.
• Proficiency in using social care IT systems.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.