About the role
You will be working as an Advanced Practitioner/AMHP in a friendly and supportive team, providing statutory services under the Mental Health Act 1983.
The AMHP will be on a rolling 6‑week rota, undertaking Mental Health Act assessments and covering a 24‑hour service, 365 days per year.
Approved Mental Health Professionals have a crucial role in improving mental health outcomes for Hillingdon residents. You will work in partnership with residents, families, carers and other professionals, providing collaborative solutions.
You will use your social work skills, knowledge and values to engage with people, promote recovery and independence, and ensure practice is delivered in the least restrictive manner.
We support people to live in the community, working with families and local communities as central to our approach. Developing a whole‑system response with key partners is critical to delivering high‑quality, outcome‑focused care and the right support.
We recognise the specialist skills, knowledge and experience that Mental Health Social Workers and AMHPs bring. Our practising AMHPs are appointed as Advanced Social Work Practitioners.
Responsibilities
- Conduct Mental Health Act assessments and provide clinical decisions.
- Advocate for people’s human rights and promote recovery and independence.
- Work collaboratively with a multi‑disciplinary team.
- Provide services during out‑of‑hours rosters on a 6‑week cycle.
- Engage with residents, families and carers to develop collaborative solutions.
About You (Qualifications)
- Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England and hold AMHP status.
- Dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives.
- Demonstrate strong social work values and high professional standards.
- Flexible, proactive and bring a “can do” approach.
- Confident in advocating for people’s human rights.
- Passionate about working with people with severe and enduring mental health needs.
Benefits
- A competitive starting salary.
- 20% enhancement for out‑of‑hours working.
- Monthly support and supervision.
- Manageable caseloads.
- Annual AMHP‑specific training.
- Access to the AMHP forum.
- A wide range of CPD opportunities across the service.
- Flexible working hours.
- 36‑hour standard week for full‑time staff.
- Generous holiday entitlement increasing with length of service.
- Hillingdon Sports & Leisure discounts.
- Salary sacrifice schemes (cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing, extra pension).
- Cycle to Work scheme and facilities at the Civic Centre.
- Local Government Pension Scheme and Credit Union membership.
- Vivup benefits.
- Mental health support and counselling services.
- Travel support including season ticket loans and free car parking.
Pre‑employment Screening
- Enhanced DBS Check.
- Qualifications Check.
- Professional Registration Check.
- Five years of referencing.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds and provide reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.
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