Location
Brixton, London Borough of Lambeth

Hours
Full Time, Permanent

Salary
PO4: £49,638 per annum rising in annual increments to £52,674 per annum including London Weighting

About the Role
Lambeth Council is seeking a highly skilled and experienced full-time Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) to join the Lambeth Centralised AMHP Service. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a vibrant and diverse borough committed to equity and justice. The role involves undertaking all statutory responsibilities as an AMHP under the Mental Health Act, contributing to the transformation of mental health services through the Living Well Network Alliance – a partnership between Certitude, Thames Reach, Lambeth Council, South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, and Lambeth NHS Clinical Commissioning Group. The Alliance aims to enable every citizen to flourish, contribute to society, and lead the life they want to lead.

Successful candidates will receive a Welcome Payment of £1,000, a Market Supplement of £1,000, and an AMHP Retention Allowance of £3,000 per annum after six months of service. Lambeth Council is proud of its One Lambeth Values and Behaviours – Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability – which guide all aspects of work and service delivery. The council supports hybrid working arrangements and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

About the Borough
Lambeth is a dynamic South London borough with over 317,600 residents, known for its cultural diversity and rich community life. It is home to the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking population. The borough offers excellent schools, green spaces such as Brockwell Park, cultural institutions like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned facilities including St Thomas's Hospital.

Benefits
- Participation in five staff networks: Black, Asian and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's
- Generous annual leave starting at 27 days, increasing up to 35 days with length of service
- Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounts at local restaurants and Active Lambeth Gyms
- Learning and development opportunities including apprenticeships
- Cycle to Work Scheme and secure bike storage at Town Hall and Civic Centre
- Trade Union membership

Experience
Applicants must be fully qualified Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHP) with relevant regulatory body registration. Current experience working as an AMHP is preferred. Candidates should be confident in undertaking all statutory AMHP responsibilities as set out under the Mental Health Act.

About you
You will be committed to equity and justice, able to work effectively within a diverse community and multi-agency partnership. You should demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, resilience, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within the Living Well Network Alliance. Enthusiasm for contributing to service transformation and delivering high-quality mental health support is essential.

Qualifications
Must hold full AMHP qualification and registration with the relevant regulatory body. Additional social work qualifications and relevant professional development are desirable.