Location
Tooley St, London

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£53,319 per annum

About the Role
Do you see yourself making a real difference to the lives of people experiencing mental health crises? Can you use your experience and professional judgement to ensure people receive the right care, at the right time, in the right setting? If yes, we have the perfect role for you! Our Adult Social Care Mental Health AMHP Service is looking for passionate and dedicated Approved Mental Health Professionals to join our team and help make a lasting difference today.

As an AMHP, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred social work to adults with mental health needs. You will:
- Undertake statutory roles and duties as an AMHP under the Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended).
- Coordinate and lead Mental Health Act assessments across a range of settings, including the community, hospitals, police stations, and Places of Safety.
- Use a strengths-based approach to complete assessments and develop outcome-focused support plans that maximise choice, independence, and wellbeing.
- Work collaboratively with individuals, families, carers, and professionals across agencies to provide a whole-systems approach to care.
- Contribute to safeguarding vulnerable adults, ensuring that practice reflects Southwark’s commitment to protection and empowerment.
- Maintain accurate and timely case records and reports in line with departmental policy.
- Keep up to date with legislation and professional best practice, including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and associated codes of practice.

The AMHP Team sits within Southwark’s Adult Social Care Mental Health Service, providing statutory assessments and support to adults and children under the Mental Health Act. We are a dedicated, multidisciplinary team made up of experienced AMHPs and social workers who work closely with partners in Health, the Police, Housing, and voluntary agencies to deliver safe and effective interventions.

As a valued member of the team, you’ll benefit from specialist training and development opportunities to maintain and enhance your AMHP practice, reflective supervision and peer support from experienced colleagues, a collaborative, learning-focused culture that values innovation and professional growth, and the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, varied environment where no two days are the same.

This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at Enhanced level.

Experience
- Experience of working with adults with complex mental health needs.
- Ability to make informed, evidence-based decisions under pressure.
- Experience in safeguarding vulnerable adults.

About you
- Qualified and registered Social Worker with current AMHP status or actively working towards it.
- Sound knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983, Care Act 2014, and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
- Commitment to safeguarding, human rights, and anti-discriminatory practice.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and partnership-working skills.
- Reflective approach to practice and a passion for promoting social justice.

Qualifications
- Registered Social Worker status.
- Current AMHP status or actively working towards it.
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation including the Mental Health Act 1983, Care Act 2014, and Mental Capacity Act 2005.