Mental Health Social Worker - 45,510 + 1,000 Welcome Bonus & AMHP Training Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames - Mental Health Social Care Team

Salary: 40,755 - 45,510 per annum Bonus: 1,000 welcome payment Contract: Permanent Full-time Location: Tolworth Hospital site (hybrid working available)

The Royal Borough of Kingston is seeking an experienced and dedicated Mental Health Social Worker to join our large and supportive Mental Health Social Care Team (MHSCT). This is a unique opportunity to progress your career within a specialist service that actively supports professional development, including AMHP training.

About the Team The MHSCT is one of two specialist teams in Adult Social Care. We carry out statutory responsibilities under the Care Act 2014, Mental Health Act 1983, and Mental Capacity Act 2005. Our work includes supporting adults with primary mental health needs, autism, substance misuse issues, and young people transitioning to adult services.

We work in partnership with NHS mental health teams, wards, primary care, and a wide network of community organisations. The team also delivers the council's AMHP service.

About the Role As a Mental Health Social Worker, you will:

• Hold a caseload of complex cases under the Care Act 2014

• Complete assessments, reviews, and safeguarding enquiries

• Work closely with health partners and contribute to multi-disciplinary work

• Manage cases involving the Court of Protection as needed

• Supervise students and newly qualified staff

• Receive regular supervision and development support

You'll be supported to apply for AMHP training, with dedicated time and guidance to qualify. AMHPs receive two additional pay increments once qualified.

About You We are looking for a qualified, SWE-registered social worker with:

• Statutory experience supporting adults with mental health needs

• Strong knowledge of the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act

• Understanding of the Mental Health Act and safeguarding practice

• Confidence working with risk and complexity

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• A collaborative approach to multi-agency working

Experience working with individuals with autism or substance misuse issues in a statutory context is essential.

Benefits

• Salary up to 45,510

• 1,000 welcome bonus

• AMHP training with two incremental pay rises on qualification

• Career progression and development pathway

• Hybrid working

• Generous annual leave and pension

• Supportive, professional team culture

• Regular supervision and training

This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a progressive and supportive team.

Contact Phil at Ackerman Pierce on (phone number removed) or to apply or find out more.