Mental Health Social Worker - Tameside
Greater Manchester, United Kingdom Permanent QSW adult services, Asylum seekers, Substance misuse, Disabilities, Hospital, Mental health, Older people
Reference: GB240626G_1782303469
Adults Mental Health Social Worker - Tameside
Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK.
Caritas Recruitment is supporting Tameside Council to recruit 3 Permanent Mental Health Social Workers to join their Adult Community Mental Health Teams.
Salary
£39,862 - £45,091 (SCP 29-34, Grade H+)
- Additional £82 per shift for AMHP rota (approx. 25-30 shifts per year)
- AMHP training available if not already qualified
Location
Tameside (Community Mental Health Teams - based at Wilshaw House)
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multi-disciplinary Adult Mental Health team, supporting adults of working age experiencing moderate to severe mental health needs.
You will:
- Complete Care Act assessments and develop clear, outcome-focused support plans
- Undertake complex work including DoLS, COPDOL, Section 21A, and court reports
- Work collaboratively with health professionals and partner agencies
- Assess and manage risk while promoting independence and wellbeing
- Build effective relationships with individuals who may be harder to engage
- Support carers and contribute to safeguarding processes
- Work with young people transitioning into Adult Mental Health services
- Participate in the duty rota and respond to crisis situations when required
There is also the opportunity to participate in or train for the AMHP rota, supporting statutory mental health interventions.
Working Pattern
- Full-time permanent (36 hours per week)
- Monday-Friday core hours with occasional Saturdays
- 6-day service (9am-5pm)
- 1 day working from home per week (with manager agreement)
About You
- Social Work qualification and SWE registration
- Minimum 2 years' post-qualified experience in Mental Health
- Strong knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Health Act, and Mental Capacity Act
- Experience completing assessments, support plans, and legal documentation
- Ability to manage complex caseloads and work in dynamic environments
- Full UK driving licence
- AMHP qualification desirable (or willingness to train)
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and structured pay progression
- Up to 31 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible working arrangements and strong work-life balance support
- Excellent training and development opportunities
- Regular supervision, peer support, and joint training with mental health services
- Additional AMHP supervision, conferences, and peer networks
Why Tameside?
Tameside is a supportive, forward-thinking authority where staff are empowered to deliver high-quality services within a values-driven culture (STRIVE - Support, Trust, Respect, Integrity, Value Diversity, Engage). ed to continuous improvement, collaboration and making a real difference to the lives of adults and families across the borough.
For more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - [email protected] / 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.