Job Description

Job Introduction

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We are seeking a caring and compassionate Social Worker and/or Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) to join our Community Mental Health Team. In this role, you will work with individuals who have complex mental health needs and face significant challenges in their daily lives. Many experience unstable living situations, such as homelessness, severe substance misuse, and difficulty engaging with services. Our clients may also struggle with daily living skills and be at high risk of self-neglect, have a history of involvement with the criminal justice system, or frequently require inpatient psychiatric services.


As an employee of the Local Authority, you will be required to undertake Care Act assessments, respond to Section 42 safeguarding concerns, and complete Section 117 aftercare plans in collaboration with health colleagues and other agencies.


We are actively recruiting both Social Workers and Approved Mental Health Professionals. Warranted AMHPs will receive a 5,000 annual supplement, reflecting an actual salary of 47,839 to 51,142, subject to warrant status, approval, and evidence of relevant training.


We aim to provide support, understanding, and empowerment to help our service users navigate life's complexities. We are committed to working with individuals who are difficult to engage and have complex mental health needs, using a person-centred and trauma-informed approach.

How to Apply,

If you are interested in joining our team and would like some further information, please contact [Name of Recruiting Manager, Salema Begum on salema.begum@bdct.nhs.uk or telephone, 07931902737,

Employee Offer

Why work for Bradford Council? Find out why by taking a look at Our Employee Offer.pdf

Equal Opportunities

We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants.


The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.

Social Worker and/or Approved Mental Health Professional

Salary

Additional 5000 supplement for AMHP's.

Frequency

Annual

Job Reference

bradfordmbc/TP/820/1388

Contract Type

Permanent

Working Hours

37

Closing Date

20 November, 2025

Job Category

Social work

Service

Adults with Disabilities

Location

Bradford, United Kingdom

Additonal Payments

Not Applicable *

Posted on

06 November, 2025