347 social worker mental health jobs found

Description Our local government clients in Hackney, Greater London, are seeking an Adult Social Worker - Mental Health Team to provide recovery-focused, strengths-based social care assessments, signposting, and assistance, in line with person-centred standards and that promote independence. Responsibilities To be responsible for recognising and assessing adults at risk and following agreed procedures to record, investigate and respond with appropriate and timely support and interventions, showing an Understanding of mental capacity assessment, risk enablement, working with an Understanding of unwise decision making and Making Safeguarding Personal. Qualifications – Essential GCSE Grade (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics. UK state-registered degree in Social Work, DipSW or CQSW Social Work England Registration. AMHP qualification. Current or recent valid warrant to practice as an AMHP, and maintenance of AMHP refresher training. Advanced Microsoft...

We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker in the Mental Health Team within Hackney. The successful candidate will be working in a well-structured, organised team who are growing their social worker staffing levels. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable working environment with experienced leadership, whilst receiving regular supervision and training opportunities. London Borough of Hackney ensure that their social workers have as much support as possible, helping them to keep a really good work life balance! The responsibilities of the Social Worker includes Working with Vulnerable Adults with Mental Health Care management Report writing and assessment Carrying a caseload of service users Liaising with other professional bodies whilst working within the Mental Health Act Safeguarding Adults Self-directed support/personal budgets The ideal candidate will have: Social Work England registration Eligibility to work in the UK Social Work qualified...

PLEASE NOTE: NO VISA SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE FOR THIS ROLE.  (NVQ LEVEL 3 IN HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE ESSENTIAL & MINIMUM 2 YEARS EXPERIENCE WORKING IN A CHILDRENS RESIDENTIAL HOME) Children’s Residential Support Worker (Temp to Perm) Location: Kempston, Bedford Pay: £12.21-£13.50p/h (Dependant on shift pattern) Shift Patterns: 24.5hr | 14hr | 10hr Wake Night Temp-to-Perm Opportunity Are you a passionate and experienced support worker looking to make a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable young people? We are recruiting dedicated Children’s Residential Support Workers for a warm and supportive 3-bed EBD home in Kempston (Bedford). The home provides care for children and young people aged 11-17 who have experienced extreme disadvantages, including trauma, mental health challenges, neglect, abuse, and placement breakdowns. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity with genuine long-term career prospects in a trauma-informed, therapeutic environment. What You'll Do...

Femle Autism Support Worker Location: Aigburth  Pay Rate: £13.68 - £14.00 per hour* Reference: FASW/AIGBURTH/3 Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a difference in people’s lives? We’d like you to join us at Jane Lewis as a Autism Support Worker in Aigburth. What We Offer you as an Autism Support Worker: Competitive pay: £13.68 - £14.00 per hour (holiday pay included) Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle Free comprehensive training Enhanced DBS check provided 24/7 support from our dedicated branch team Your Role as an Autism Support Worker: Supporting individuals with mental health conditions in a residential and community setting Encouraging independence with daily living tasks Supporting service users with hobbies, activities, and social engagement Building positive, professional relationships with people who have varying needs and abilities Promoting dignity, respect, and wellbeing always Requirements: Aged 18 or over Right to work in the UK (no...

Autism Support Worker Location: Maghull Pay Rate: £13.68 - £14.00 per hour* Reference: ASW/Maghull/3 Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a difference in people’s lives? We’d like you to join us at Jane Lewis as a Autism Support Worker in Maghull. What We Offer you as an Autism Support Worker: Competitive pay: £13.68 - £14.00 per hour (holiday pay included) Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle Free comprehensive training Enhanced DBS check provided 24/7 support from our dedicated branch team Your Role as an Autism Support Worker: Supporting individuals with mental health conditions in a residential and community setting Encouraging independence with daily living tasks Supporting service users with hobbies, activities, and social engagement Building positive, professional relationships with people who have varying needs and abilities Promoting dignity, respect, and wellbeing always Requirements: Aged 18 or over Right to work in the UK (no sp0ns0rship...

Autism Support Worker Location: Chorley Pay Rate: £14.01 - £21.01 per hour* Reference: ASW/Chorley/3 Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a difference in people’s lives? We’d like you to join us at Jane Lewis as an Autism Support Worker in Chorley What We Offer you as an Autism Support Worker: Competitive pay: £14.01 - £21.01 per hour (holiday pay included) Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle Free comprehensive training Enhanced DBS check provided 24/7 support from our dedicated branch team Your Role as a Autism Support Worker: Supporting individuals with mental health conditions in a residential and community setting Encouraging independence with daily living tasks Supporting service users with hobbies, activities, and social engagement Building positive, professional relationships with people who have varying needs and abilities Promoting dignity, respect, and wellbeing always Requirements: Aged 18 or over Right to work in the UK (no sp0ns0rship...

Academics are seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants or Psychology graduates who are passionate about supporting children with special educational needs. Join a welcoming and supportive team at an outstanding SEN school in Luton, where your skills and commitment will be truly valued. Fantastic Opportunity in the Education and Training Sector School Support Worker - SEN School - Kempston Location: Kempston Pay: £460-£500 per week Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, term-time only Join a welcoming SEN specialist school in Kempston as a School Support Worker and gain valuable experience supporting students with SEMH, Autism, and ADHD. This role is perfect for anyone aspiring to careers in clinical psychology, counselling, social work, or youth justice. What We Offer No evening, weekend, or holiday work Full induction and ongoing training Career progression within a growing trust Wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Programme The Ideal School Support Worker Interest or...

Behaviour Mentor Job Title: Behaviour Mentor Area: Dukinfield, Greater Manchester Start Date: February 2026 Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary (Term-time only) Salary: GBP95.00- GBP110.00 per day (DOE) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm About the School: Are you a patient, resilient, and nurturing individual with a passion for supporting young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are working with a welcoming and inclusive specialist school in Tameside seeking a dedicated a SEMH Behaviour Mentor to join their supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine impact on pupils who need encouragement, stability, and guidance to thrive in their learning and development. SEMH Behaviour Support Worker Role and Responsibilities: · Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs · Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery, behaviour support, and interventions tailored to individual...

Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? If you can embody our values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness, and Responsiveness, and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you. Mental Health and Homelessness Outreach Workers * Reference: 330 * Salary: £26,000 - £27,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience. In addition, this role will have a yearly staff retention bonus of up to £2106. This payment is allocated at the discretion of Herts Mind Network. * Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm) * Contract: Fixed term 1 Year * Working base(s): Watford Wellbeing Centre About the Service The Complex Needs Housing Service works as a multi-disciplinary team with housing teams and Drug and Alcohol Services across District and Borough councils. These teams will be working with...

Main Duties & Responsibilities Resident Support Act as a key worker for an allocated caseload of residents. Provide empathetic, respectful support and challenge discrimination, negative stereotypes, or poor practice. Support residents to engage in social, educational, and leisure activities that promote wellbeing. Work collaboratively with residents to create and review person‑centred support plans, action plans, and SMART goals. Encourage residents to maintain clean and safe living environments. Carry out wellbeing checks and ensure the safety and security of the building during day and night shifts. Monitor medication compliance and report any concerns to healthcare providers. Safety & Safeguarding Recognise and report signs of abuse, neglect, or safeguarding concerns in line with policy and legislation. Ensure only authorised individuals enter the building and respond to emergencies according to procedures. Teamwork & Service Delivery Participate in...

Cover Supervisor | Accrington | Alternative Provision Location: Accrington, Lancashire (BB5) Salary: £95 - £145 per day (Depending on experience) Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time / Long-term Start Date: Immediate / Term Time Role Overview Are you a resilient, adaptable professional looking to make a genuine impact on the lives of vulnerable young people? We are seeking a Cover Supervisor to join a dedicated team at a leading Alternative Provision in Accrington. In this role, you won't just be "subbing in." You will be providing stability and support for students who have faced barriers to learning in mainstream settings. You will lead classrooms, manage behaviour with a restorative approach, and ensure that every student remains engaged and supported even when their regular teacher is absent. Key Responsibilities Supervise Classes: Lead learning activities for students aged 11-16 across various subjects. Behaviour Management: Use de-escalation techniques and positive...

Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant - Blackburn Alternative Provision Location: Blackburn, Lancashire Salary: £101.89 - £125.89 per day (Based on experience) Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term (Perm opportunities available) Start Date: Immediate / Next Term Are you passionate about changing the narrative for students in alternative education? We are seeking a dedicated Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant to join a leading Alternative Provision (AP) in Blackburn. This is a vital role supporting young people who have faced challenges in mainstream education, often involving SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs or complex behaviours. In this role, you aren't just a "helper" in the classroom; you are a mentor, a de-escalator, and a consistent role model for students who need it most. Key Responsibilities One-to-One Support: Work closely with students (KS3/KS4) to manage triggers and encourage engagement with the curriculum. De-escalation: Utilise positive...

Crisis CAMHS Mental Health Practitioner – NHS Derby Service Care Solutions is recruiting for an experienced Crisis CAMHS Mental Health Practitioner to join a specialist NHS Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service in Derby on a temporary agency contract. This role is ideal for practitioners with strong crisis experience who are confident delivering urgent assessments, managing high risk presentations, and working in a fast paced, high pressure environment. Service OverviewYou will be joining a well established Crisis & Home Treatment CAMHS pathway, working with young people aged 0–18 who present with significant mental health needs. The service supports children and adolescents experiencing acute deterioration in their mental health, including risk of self-harm, suicidal ideation, behavioural dysregulation, and severe emotional distress. The team works closely with A&E, paediatrics, community CAMHS, social care, schools, and families to prevent admission wherever...

Locum Adults Social Worker – Home First Team Swansea City and County Council Location: Primarily Morriston Hospital with coverage at Singleton, Neath Port Talbot, and Gorseinon Swansea City and County Council is seeking to recruit a qualified and experienced Adults Social Worker to join the Home First Team on a locum basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated social worker looking to make a meaningful impact by supporting adults during critical transition periods from hospital to home. The Home First Team plays a pivotal role in facilitating timely, safe and person-centred discharges from hospital settings back into the community. The team works collaboratively with health professionals, therapists, discharge coordinators and community partners to ensure individuals receive the right support at the right time. You will join a supportive, experienced group of professionals committed to strengths-based outcome-focused practice. Role Overview: Based primarily at...

Do you have experience in youth work, looking for work as a Teaching assistant to work in alternative provision or Pupil referrals supporting young people with challenging behaviour and additional learning needs? We are working with a leading Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) and several SEND/ALN schools to recruit confident, resilient, and passionate staff to support pupils aged 11–16 with a wide range of complex needs. These roles suit candidates with experience in youth work, SEMH, challenging behaviour, alternative provision, or SEND classrooms. If you are calm under pressure, strong with boundaries, and motivated to make a positive impact, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career. About the Role – PRU & SEND Support As a Youth Worker / ALN LSA / SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support students with: SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs) EBD (Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties) ADHD / ADD Challenging behaviour, including verbal...

Qualified Social Worker - Adults Safeguarding Location: 2 Alice Square, CH41 2YA Authority: Wirral Rate: £36.08 per hour Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days office based, 2 days remote Eden Brown Synergy is currently recruiting for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join the Adults Safeguarding Team in Wirral. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and integrated adult social care team delivering high-quality safeguarding and statutory services. Purpose of the Role To support the delivery of health and social care functions for adults and carers across Wirral. The role plays a key part in delivering Personalisation and Inclusion Pathways, ensuring compliance with the Care Act 2014 and embedding strength-based, asset-based practice and social inclusion. You will assess, access and implement a range of social care services, providing advice, guidance and safeguarding support to adults with complex physical health, mental health needs, older people and...

SEND Teaching Assistant / Support Worker – SEMH & Alternative Provision Bradford, West Yorkshire Full-time, long-term & consistent work available SEMH & Alternative Provision settings PK Education are recruiting experienced SEND Teaching Assistants and resilient Support Workers to work across established SEMH and Alternative Provision schools in Bradford. Due to high demand from our partner schools, we can offer regular weekly work, with many opportunities leading to long-term placements. Tier 1 Experienced Education Professionals (Priority) We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience in: SEND schools SEMH or Alternative Provision settings Behaviour support / inclusion roles 1:1 or small group support These roles suit confident professionals who can build strong relationships, manage behaviour calmly and provide consistent support. Tier 2 Career Changers from Similar Sectors (Highly Welcome) We also welcome applicants with backgrounds...

Description: Connect2Kent recruit exclusively for Kent County Council. We recruit for a range of Social Work position's both Locum and Permanent. Kent County Council are Ofsted rated as 'Outstanding'. We are currently recruiting for a Social Worker to join the Children With Disabilities Team Covering Sittingbourne and Surrounding areas. Previous experience is required working in Children With Disabilities. Main duties and responsibilities: Manage a caseload of disabled children and young people aged 0-25 to assess, plan, monitor and review the support/personal assistance needs of service users, working in a person-centred way. Work with the service users and their families/carers to develop a package of support/assistance as they prepare to become adults and in their early adult life that promotes and maintains independence and wellbeing; where appropriate involve other agencies and use community resources to provide equality of opportunity, full participation and inclusion in...

Locum ASC Senior Social Worker Temporary, Full Time £233 PAYE / £299 Umbrella Location: Braintree With a strong focus on transformation, prevention and early intervention, Adult Social Care is committed to delivering high-quality, sustainable services that empower adults to live independently. The Role – Mid Essex Neighbourhood Team As a Senior Social Worker within the Mid Essex Neighbourhood Team (covering Chelmsford, Maldon and Braintree), you will: Manage a complex caseload Provide specialist advice and support to colleagues Undertake assessments, reviews, mental capacity assessments and safeguarding work Work closely with health, housing and voluntary sector partners Promote independence, recovery and positive outcomes You will have: At least 3 years’ post-qualified Social Work experience Strong risk assessment and decision-making skills Experience working in complex adult social care settings Evidence of continued professional development Understanding of commissioned...

Join Tradewind Recruitment as a Flexible SEMH Support Worker! At Tradewind Recruitment, we pride ourselves on being a supportive, people-focused agency that truly values the educators we work with. Whether you're looking to gain experience, make a difference in specialist settings, or build flexibility into your week, we're here to match you with roles where you can thrive and feel appreciated. We are currently recruiting a flexible SEMH Support Worker to support specialist SEMH provisions in Bristol and South Gloucestershire that cater to pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and additional learning challenges. This is a flexible role with a mix of part-time, ad-hoc and longer-term opportunities to suit your availability. About the Role You'll be working with children and young people who may have experienced trauma, anxiety, attachment difficulties, behavioural challenges or complex SEMH needs. Your role will involve building positive...