Community Mental Health Social Worker
Listed on 2026-10-04
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Healthcare
Mental Health
Are you a qualified Mental Health Social Worker looking for a rewarding agency opportunity with a supportive South Wales Local Authority?
This is a 6-month+ contract within a Community Mental Health Team, offering a competitive rate of £36 - £39 per hour, hybrid working and the flexibility to consider condensed hours. You'll have the opportunity to make a real difference to adults with mental health needs while working in a team that values your experience, wellbeing and professional development.
Whether you are an experienced AMHP or a Mental Health Social Worker looking to develop your skills in this area, this could be an excellent next step. AMHP status is preferred, but not essential.
The roleAs a Mental Health Social Worker, you will work in a clinical Community Mental Health Team environment, supporting service users to receive safe, effective and person-centred care.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Reviewing packages of care and adapting support to meet changing needs
- Holding a manageable caseload of adults with mental health needs
- Completing assessments, care planning, reviews and statutory work
- Working collaboratively with health professionals and wider multidisciplinary teams
- Supporting and supervising junior colleagues where required
- Contributing to high-quality, strengths-based mental health practice
- Participating in AMHP-related work where applicable
- £36-£38 per hour, dependent on experience
- 6 months+ agency contract, with the potential for extension
- Full-time position
- Condensed hours considered
- Hybrid working, including up to 2 days per week from home
- Join an established, supportive Local Authority Mental Health service
- Transparent rate discussion before your CV is submitted—no surprises at interview stage
- A chance to work in a role where your contribution is genuinely valued
- £500 referral bonus for every successful referral
To be considered, you will need:
- Social Work qualification
- Current professional registration
- Full UK driving licence
- AMHP qualification or experience is desirable, but not essential
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