1,593 Mental Health Social Worker jobs in the United Kingdom

We are seeking a committed and experienced Hospital Discharge Social Worker  to join our team on a short-term contract. The post holder will play a vital role in supporting patient flow from psychiatric units , helping to relieve increasing hospital discharge pressures and ensuring timely and safe transitions from hospital to the community.

This role also includes supporting step-down arrangements and assisting localities with complex care discharges for patients aged 65 and over , ensuring that individuals receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time.

• p>Facilitate safe and timely discharges from psychiatric units.

• Support hospital discharge step-down arrangements, ensuring continuity of care.

• Work closely with Locality teams to manage complex care discharges for over-65 patients.

• Liaise with hospital staff, community services, social care, and families to ensure appropriate follow-up support.

• Contribute to reducing delayed transfers of care and improving patient outcomes.

We are looking for someone with:

• Experience in hospital discharge planning, mental health, or adult social care.

• Strong understanding of psychiatric services and/or older people’s complex care needs.

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• Excellent communication and partnership-working skills across multi-disciplinary teams.

• A proactive and flexible approach to problem-solving in high-pressure environments.

• Commitment to promoting independence, dignity, and person-centred care.

Why work with We do Social Work?

li>New ‘Faster Pay’ service getting you paid more quickly
• Free DBS and compliance service
• Your own dedicated friendly consultant with extensive social work knowledge
• Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK

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Mental Health Social Worker

London Borough of Newham

Up to £35 per hour 

Are you an experienced and compassionate Social Worker with a passion for mental health? The London Borough of Newham is seeking a dedicated professional to join our team on a contract basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of residents.

The Role

As a Mental Health Social Worker, you will be an integral part of our integrated mental health service, working closely with health partners to provide comprehensive support to adults with mental health needs. This role offers a blend of office-based and community work, with a requirement to be in the office twice a week to foster team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Community-Based Assessments: Conducting a range of statutory and non-statutory assessments in the community, including comprehensive Care Act assessments to determine individuals' needs for care and support.
li>Mental Capacity and Safeguarding: Carrying out Mental Capacity Act assessments and safeguarding enquiries to protect vulnerable adults from abuse or neglect.
• Case Management: Managing a complex caseload, including attending tribunals and facilitating hospital discharges to ensure a smooth transition back into the community.
• Multi-Disciplinary Collaboration: Working effectively with colleagues from health, housing, and the voluntary sector to provide holistic, person-centred care plans.
• Crisis Intervention: Responding to mental health crises and providing support to individuals and their families to de-escalate situations and ensure safety.
• Statutory Compliance: Ensuring all work is compliant with relevant legislation, including the Mental Health Act and the Care Act.

About You

You will be a qualified Social Worker with a degree in social work or an equivalent qualification, and be registered with Social Work England. You should have significant experience in a mental health setting, a strong understanding of relevant legislation, and the ability to manage complex and high-risk situations. Excellent communication, assessment, and report-writing skills are essential.

If you are a proactive and resilient professional committed to promoting recovery and independence for adults with mental health needs, we would love to hear from you.

Adult Social Worker - Mental Health Team

Whiston Hospital, Knowsley Borough Council

Up to 32 per hour

Knowsley Borough Council is seeking an experienced and dedicated Adult Social Worker to join our busy Mental Health team at Whiston Hospital. This is a crucial role where you'll be instrumental in supporting vulnerable adults and their families within a hospital-based setting.

The Role

Working within the Mental Health social work team, you will be responsible for undertaking a full range of duties under the Care Act 2014. Your primary focus will be on ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals by carrying out person-centered assessments and developing support plans. A significant part of this role involves safeguarding and close collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to protect adults at risk.

You will be based at Whiston Hospital for 2 to 3 days per week, working a standard 9 am to 5 pm day. You'll need to be highly skilled in managing complex cases and responding to crisis situations with confidence and empathy.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you must have:

• Extensive experience working with adults in a Mental Health setting.
• Proven expertise in Safeguarding Adults and a deep understanding of relevant legislation and procedures.
• A comprehensive knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and its practical application.
• A relevant Social Work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW).
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Strong communication and partnership skills to work effectively with service users, families, and other professionals.

If you are a proactive and resilient social worker with the skills and experience to make a real difference to the lives of people in Knowsley, we encourage you to apply.

Mental Health Social Worker

London Borough of Newham

Up to £35 per hour 

Are you an experienced and compassionate Social Worker with a passion for mental health? The London Borough of Newham is seeking a dedicated professional to join our team on a contract basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of residents.

The Role

As a Mental Health Social Worker, you will be an integral part of our integrated mental health service, working closely with health partners to provide comprehensive support to adults with mental health needs. This role offers a blend of office-based and community work, with a requirement to be in the office twice a week to foster team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Community-Based Assessments: Conducting a range of statutory and non-statutory assessments in the community, including comprehensive Care Act assessments to determine individuals' needs for care and support.
li>Mental Capacity and Safeguarding: Carrying out Mental Capacity Act assessments and safeguarding enquiries to protect vulnerable adults from abuse or neglect.
• Case Management: Managing a complex caseload, including attending tribunals and facilitating hospital discharges to ensure a smooth transition back into the community.
• Multi-Disciplinary Collaboration: Working effectively with colleagues from health, housing, and the voluntary sector to provide holistic, person-centred care plans.
• Crisis Intervention: Responding to mental health crises and providing support to individuals and their families to de-escalate situations and ensure safety.
• Statutory Compliance: Ensuring all work is compliant with relevant legislation, including the Mental Health Act and the Care Act.

About You

You will be a qualified Social Worker with a degree in social work or an equivalent qualification, and be registered with Social Work England. You should have significant experience in a mental health setting, a strong understanding of relevant legislation, and the ability to manage complex and high-risk situations. Excellent communication, assessment, and report-writing skills are essential.

If you are a proactive and resilient professional committed to promoting recovery and independence for adults with mental health needs, we would love to hear from you.

Adult Social Worker - Mental Health Team

Whiston Hospital, Knowsley Borough Council

Up to 32 per hour

Knowsley Borough Council is seeking an experienced and dedicated Adult Social Worker to join our busy Mental Health team at Whiston Hospital. This is a crucial role where you'll be instrumental in supporting vulnerable adults and their families within a hospital-based setting.

The Role

Working within the Mental Health social work team, you will be responsible for undertaking a full range of duties under the Care Act 2014. Your primary focus will be on ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals by carrying out person-centered assessments and developing support plans. A significant part of this role involves safeguarding and close collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to protect adults at risk.

You will be based at Whiston Hospital for 2 to 3 days per week, working a standard 9 am to 5 pm day. You'll need to be highly skilled in managing complex cases and responding to crisis situations with confidence and empathy.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you must have:

• Extensive experience working with adults in a Mental Health setting.
• Proven expertise in Safeguarding Adults and a deep understanding of relevant legislation and procedures.
• A comprehensive knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and its practical application.
• A relevant Social Work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW).
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Strong communication and partnership skills to work effectively with service users, families, and other professionals.

If you are a proactive and resilient social worker with the skills and experience to make a real difference to the lives of people in Knowsley, we encourage you to apply.

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Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) Social Workers

Oldham Council – Full-Time (x7) and Part-Time (x1) Permanent Positions

Grade 8 | £41,511 to £5,718

Description

Oldham Council is expanding its dedicated AMHP Social Work team and is recruiting 7 full-time and 1 part-time Approved Mental Health Professional Social Worker to join our forward-thinking, person-centred Mental Health Service.

As an AMHP, you will play a critical role in upholding the rights, dignity, and safety of individuals experiencing mental health crises. You’ll work as part of a supportive, integrated service where your expertise is valued, your wellbeing prioritised, and your professional development supported.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a borough that champions restorative practice, strengths-based approaches, and high-quality statutory social work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver statutory functions under the Mental Health Act (1983) including Mental Health Act assessments.
• Provide leadership and decision-making in urgent and complex mental health situations.
• Collaborate with health and social care professionals to safeguard and support individuals in crisis.
• Undertake assessments, contribute to care planning, and support risk management across inpatient and community settings.
• Maintain accurate, analytical records and prepare high-quality written reports.
• Offer guidance to colleagues and act as a role model for best practice in mental health social work.
• Participate in the AMHP rota and contribute to service development and reflective practice sessions.

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker.
• AMHP qualification.
• Currently warranted.
• Substantial post-qualifying experience in mental health settings, including statutory work.
• Strong working knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Human Rights Act and associated legislation.
• Excellent assessment, risk analysis, and crisis intervention skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multi-agency context.
• Flexible and resilient with a commitment to continuous professional development.

How to Apply

If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on or email me your CV –

If this role isn’t right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £350. strong>

The benefits of working with SCS:

• A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.
• Exceptional referral bonuses - 50 per referral placed in to work!
• An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
• Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.
• Payroll service twice a week.
• Ltd and PAYE payment options available.
• Annual training budget of up to 50 and continued online CPD training.
• Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.
• DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.