Permanent Mental Health Social Workers

We are seeking a dedicated Transition Social Worker to provide comprehensive social care services to children transitioning to adult services who experience moderate to severe mental health problems or are dual diagnosed as autistic. This role requires a practitioner who can work collaboratively across disciplines, promoting a needs-based approach and developing clear support plans. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Assess individual needs with an emphasis on early intervention and prevention for those with complex needs, engaging individuals and carers in the process. Develop and implement support plans following a Care Act assessment, including completing funding applications and legal work such as COPDOL, DOLS, and 21a’s. Engage meaningfully with individuals often referred to as ‘difficult to engage’ and their families. Support carers through the Care Act and work with children about to turn 18 to transition into adult services. Maintain knowledge of SEND and EHCPs, ensuring compliance with support plans for individuals with complex needs. Collaborate with other agencies including health, education, and housing to ensure a holistic approach to care. Monitor and reassess the needs of service users, adjusting support plans as necessary. Required Skills & Qualifications Professional Social Work Qualification (Social Work Degree or DipSW). Completion of ASYE. Full current UK driving licence and access to a car. Registration with Social Work England. Substantial post-qualifying experience working with children transitioning to adult services and with mental illness. Excellent written and analytical skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across a range of stakeholders. Strong organisational and negotiation skills, with the ability to work in situations of conflict. Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to social work. Benefits Competitive salary scale from £39,862 to £45,091. Opportunities for professional development including AMHP training and shifts. Flexible working hours with potential for remote work days, arranged with managers. Comprehensive induction and ongoing training aligned with our corporate plan. Up to 31 days annual leave depending on pay grade, plus bank holidays and a holiday purchase scheme. Enrolment in Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) A range of staff benefits including discounts at local shops, restaurants, and health clubs.

Our client, a Great Manchester Council, is seeking an Adults Social Worker to join their Hospital Discharge Team. Fantastic payrate of £30 per hour! Are you an Adults Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Responsibilities of this role: Complete Care Act assessments and support planning for individuals preparing to leave hospital. Work closely with health professionals, discharge coordinators, and community services to facilitate smooth transitions. Identify risks and safeguarding concerns, implementing robust plans to protect vulnerable adults. Arrange care packages, placements, and community support to promote independence and well-being. Ensure compliance with the Mental Capacity Act and best interest decision-making where required. Maintain accurate records and contribute to multi-disciplinary discharge planning meetings. Respond promptly to urgent cases and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Requirements of this role: Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England. Must have minimum of 3 years post qualifying social work experience Benefits of working through Reed, include: Dedicated Recruitment Consultant. Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team. Free CV building and Interview support. Free DBS checks. Weekly payroll. PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more. CPD contributions. Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients. Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010. Does this role interest you? Apply today!

We are seeking a dedicated Section 117 Mental Health Act Social Worker to join our Adult Social Care Mental Health team. This role is crucial for providing comprehensive care and support to individuals with mental health needs who are subject to Section 117 of the Mental Health Act. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting reviews, ensuring timely care management, and developing person-centred support plans among other duties. Day-to-Day Responsibilities: Conduct Comprehensive Reviews: Undertake full reviews of individuals with mental health needs who are subject to Section 117 and eligible for social care support. Ensure Timely and Ongoing Care Management: Maintain open status with Mental Health or Adult Social Care Services in Tameside to support continuity of care. Review and Discharge from Section 117: Manage the discharge process for individuals no longer eligible for Section 117 aftercare in accordance with legal requirements. Maintain Accurate Records: Ensure all documentation and social care packages are accurately recorded and uploaded to the electronic LAS system. Support Timely Hospital Discharges: Collaborate to ensure prompt hospital discharges with appropriate aftercare arrangements. Develop Person-Centred Support Plans: Co-produce support plans with individuals, their families, and other professionals to achieve agreed wellbeing outcomes. Promote Independence and Community Integration: Support individuals transitioning back into the community by exploring flexible support options. Review Eligibility and Reassess Needs: Regularly review Section 117 eligibility and reassess support as needed. Support Multi-Disciplinary Working: Participate in Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings and maintain knowledge of relevant legislation and funding agreements. Provide Expert Advice: Offer guidance on care placements and funding arrangements. Foster Strong Partnerships: Maintain effective communication with Tameside Borough Council and Integrated Mental Health Services. Required Skills & Qualifications: Qualifications: Social worker qualification to degree level. SWE Registration. Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of Mental Health and Social Care Legislation including the Care Act 2014, Mental Health Act, and Mental Capacity Act. Experience: Post qualifying experience in mental health and adult social care practice. Experience in effective discharge planning from hospitals. Must have experience in S117. Skills & Abilities: Effective risk assessment skills, ability to manage clinical situations, excellent communication skills, and computer literacy. Work Related Circumstances: Current driving licence or supported driver with use of vehicle. Enhanced DBS check. Benefits: Opportunities for professional development including training to become an AMHP. Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid working options with up to 1 day working from home per week. Regular supervision and peer support. Participation in AMHP conferences and additional AMHP supervision.

Children’s Support Worker Location: Southampton (Full-time, part-time and flexible shifts available) Hours: Flexible shift patterns available, including days, evenings, nights and sleep-ins Rate: £14.24 – £16.50 per hour (includes holiday pay) About the Role We are recruiting Children’s Support Workers to join services across Southampton. These roles are essential in supporting children and young people with a range of needs, including emotional and behavioural challenges, to live safely and thrive. You will play a key role in providing a safe, nurturing and structured environment where young people feel supported, valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The role involves a mixture of emotional support, practical care and structured interventions within residential or at times community-based settings. Key Responsibilities • Provide high-quality, person-centred and trauma informed support to children and young people. • Promote a safe, stable and nurturing environment within residential or supported settings. • Build positive, trusting relationships with young people to support emotional wellbeing. • Assist with daily routines, including education, activities, appointments and life skills. • Manage and respond to challenging behaviours using de-escalation techniques. • Support the development of independence, confidence and social skills. • Maintain accurate records, incident reports and safeguarding documentation. • Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, social workers and other professionals. • Uphold safeguarding, health & safety and confidentiality standards at all times. What We’re Looking For Essential: • Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals. • Ability to build positive relationships and maintain professional boundaries. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Calm, resilient and adaptable approach when managing challenging situations. • Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection principles. • Willingness to undertake relevant training and qualifications such as NVQs. Desirable: • Previous experience within children’s residential care or support services. • Knowledge of trauma-informed care, SEMH, or behavioural support approaches. • Relevant qualification (e.g. Level 3 Children & Young People, Health & Social Care). • Experience working with children with additional needs, including mental health or SEND. • Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends. Who This Role Suits This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people. Whether you are experienced or looking to build a career in care and support, this role offers flexibility, variety and the chance to have a meaningful impact. The right person will be resilient and able to handle challenging behaviours confidently.

Behavioural Change Support Practitioner Location: Crawley (Hybrid – office-based and remote working available) Hours: 16-24 per week (day shifts) Duration: 2–3 months Rate: £16.50 per hour (including holiday) Travel: Required across other sites when needed About the Role We are urgently recruiting a Behaviour Support Change Practitioner to join our established services. This role is vital in supporting individuals with complex needs to achieve positive behavioural and life changes within supported accommodation and community settings. You will work within a supportive team to deliver structured, person-centred interventions that promote independence, emotional wellbeing, and sustainable behaviour change. The role involves direct support, behaviour management, and close partnership working with external agencies. Key Responsibilities • Deliver person-centred, strengths-based support to individuals with complex behavioural needs. • Conduct needs, behavioural and risk assessments, developing tailored behaviour support and change plans. • Provide structured keywork sessions, interventions and ongoing support focused on behaviour change and positive outcomes. • Support individuals to access appropriate services, including housing, health, employment and community resources. • Maintain accurate case notes, reports and risk/safeguarding documentation. • Work collaboratively with local authorities, health professionals, social care and other partner agencies. • Support individuals in developing daily living skills and improving independence. • Manage challenging behaviours calmly and effectively using de-escalation and positive behaviour support techniques. • Uphold health & safety, safeguarding and confidentiality requirements at all times. What We’re Looking For Essential: • Experience supporting individuals with complex needs, including behaviours that challenge. • Ability to work in a person-centred, trauma-informed and strengths-based way. • Good understanding of safeguarding, risk management and GDPR. • Strong communication, interpersonal and report writing skills. • Ability to prioritise workload, make decisions and remain calm in challenging situations. • Understanding of support systems such as housing, health or social care services. • First Aid trained or willing to complete training. Desirable: • Relevant qualification (e.g. Psychology, Social Work, Health & Social Care). • Experience working within supported accommodation or community-based services. • Knowledge of mental health, substance misuse or dual diagnosis. • Experience delivering structured interventions or behaviour programmes. Who This Role Suits This role is ideal for someone empathetic, resilient and committed to supporting individuals to achieve meaningful behavioural change. You will be confident working independently, adaptable across sites, and motivated by helping people build more stable, independent and positive futures.

Therapeutic Family Support Worker / Parenting Practitioner Location: Barnsley (S71) Pay: £18 per hour Type: Agency (12-week structured intervention) About the Role We are seeking experienced and confident Therapeutic Family Support Workers / Parenting Practitioners to support an edge-of-care placement supporting a family in their home in Barnsley. This is a high-impact, relationship-based role, focused on preventing breakdown by delivering consistent, therapeutic intervention within the home. You will work as part of a structured support plan, helping the parent to develop effective parenting strategies while supporting the child’s emotional and behavioural needs. What You’ll Be Doing Providing direct, relationship-based support to both parent and child within the family home Modelling and promoting positive parenting approaches and routines Supporting emotional regulation, behaviour management and de-escalation Working to a clear intervention plan in partnership with social care professionals Creating a safe, consistent and structured environment Supporting daily activities, engagement, and routine-building Recording observations and contributing to progress updates Shift Pattern Shifts typically start from 8:30am, up to 15 hours Flexibility required, with occasional shifts extending to late evening / midnight Rotational shift pattern as part of a wider support team What We’re Looking For Experience working with children and families in challenging or complex situations Background in roles such as: Family Support Worker Parenting Practitioner Youth / Outreach Worker Residential or Early Help services Strong understanding of: Trauma-informed practice Behaviour support and de-escalation techniques Attachment and relational working Ability to build trust and maintain professional boundaries Confidence working independently within a home environment Full UK driving licence (essential) Desirable (but not essential) Training in Team Teach, PRICE, MAPA or similar (Training Available) Experience in edge-of-care / family preservation work Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 3/4 Children & Young People, Health & Social Care) What We Offer Competitive hourly rate with weekly pay Structured support and guidance throughout the placement Opportunity to work on a meaningful, outcome-focused intervention Further work opportunities available, as part of our wider social care team Apply If you are passionate about working with families to create lasting change and preventing children entering care, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience.

Our client, Birmingham Children’s Trust, is seeking an agency Social Worker for its Fostering team. This is the East Family & Friends Fostering - Viability & Assessment Social Work Team. Please let me know if you are interested? Or can you refer a friend for £300 if placed? The role will involve the following: Working in the Kinship Assessment Team The service delivers a robust, fast paced, thorough assessment service, encompassing Form K Kinship Fostering and SGO assessments. As a Senior Practitioner, you will be experienced in kinship assessments and court work and will support an experienced team of Senior Social Workers to drive the service forward. You will provide support and guidance to the Kinship Assessment Team and foster a culture of continuous learning and reflection of practice that inspires staff to give their best in their roles. As part of an experienced and supportive team, you will introduce, embed and continually improve social work practice at team level and provide professional advice to staff and colleagues across the Trust regarding assessments of kinship carers. You will quality assure kinship assessments and support plans for children so that they are robust, evidence-based, progressed in a timely way, and are outcome focussed and effective in keeping children safe. 1 day in the office (Wednesday) Home visits/ assessment sessions in person Some home working Requirements of the role: Qualified Social Worker Fully Social Work England registered 3 years post-qualified experience in employment of a local authority (DFE rules) Must have significant experience of undertaking kinship assessments and associated court work Please apply online or contact Lindsey Morgan asap to discuss in more detail. We are offering £250 joining bonus for new starters with Reed. Alternatively, we are offering £300 if you refer a friend or colleague and they are placed successfully into this or any other QSW role.

Neighbourhood Social Worker Location: Bolton Job Type: Hybrid (initially office-based for induction) Working Hours: Flexible, between 8am and 7pm (standard day approx. 7 hours) Join our dedicated team as a Neighbourhood Social Worker, where you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive support and care within the community. This position involves working closely with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver a cohesive service to individuals in our neighbourhoods. Day-to-day of the role: Conduct strengths-based assessments under the Care Act 2014 and develop comprehensive support plans. Support service users in accessing universal and voluntary services. Perform carers assessments and formulate support plans in accordance with the Care Act 2014. Adhere to the principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and other relevant Social Work legislation and practice guidance. Manage a busy duty system on a rotational basis, taking referrals, and providing information and advice at the point of contact. Manage an active caseload, undertake safeguarding investigations, and participate in continuing health care assessments. Attend multi-agency meetings and collaborate effectively with other professionals. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in carrying out assessments and formulating support plans under the Care Act 2014. Experience in managing an active caseload and undertaking safeguarding investigations. Familiarity with multi-disciplinary working environments. Strong knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and other relevant Social Work legislation. Ability to work flexibly and travel within the Bolton area to meet service users in various settings. Benefits: Supportive team environment with a strong commitment to professional development. Hybrid working arrangements, with flexibility in working hours. Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.

Our client, Lewisham Council, is seeking an agency social worker for its Learning Disabilities service. You will be based in the Progression and Next Steps service. Hybrid working: 2 days in, 3 days remote. The role will involve the following: The Progression and Next Steps Social Worker plays a key role in supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism and/or complex needs to achieve positive outcomes at key transition points in their lives. The role focuses on strengths-based practice, promoting independence, and ensuring timely, outcome-focused reviews and planning that support individuals to progress towards greater autonomy, wellbeing, and inclusion. This post supports the service’s strategic aim of reducing long-term dependency, improving the quality of reviews, and enabling effective forward planning that aligns with the person’s aspirations and assessed needs. Assessment, Review and Care Planning Progression Planning Multi-Disciplinary working Please let me know if you are interested? Or can you refer a friend for £300 if placed? Requirements of the role: Qualified Social Worker Fully Social Work England registered Must have significant post-qualified experience in adult social care Substantial experience of working with adults with learning disabilities, autism or complex needs Strong working knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Safeguarding procedures Please apply online or contact Lindsey Morgan asap to discuss in more detail. We are offering £250 joining bonus for new starters with Reed. Alternatively, we are offering £300 if you refer a friend or colleague and they are placed successfully into this or any other QSW role.

Employment Advisor – Connect to Work Programme Location: Bexleyheath (fully office- and community-based – no hybrid working) Salary: £19.16 PAYE / £24.46 LTD UMB Contract: Ongoing temporary assignment (immediate start available) About the Role We are seeking a passionate and proactive Employment Advisor to join a local authority employability team delivering the Connect to Work Programme in Bexley. This is a 100% client-facing, in-person role, supporting residents across the borough to overcome barriers to employment and achieve sustainable job outcomes. You will work closely with vulnerable residents, including individuals with autism and/or learning disabilities, providing tailored support throughout their employment journey—right through to attending interviews and settling into work. This role is delivered under the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) model, alongside elements of Individual Placement and Support (IPS), following a place and train approach. Key Responsibilities Client Support & Case Management Manage a high-volume, complex caseload of jobseekers, delivering personalised employment support Develop and maintain individual action plans, focusing on achieving sustainable employment and improving wellbeing, confidence, and independence Provide advice, guidance, advocacy and signposting to support individuals in overcoming barriers to work Support clients directly in the community, including accompanying them to interviews and job starts where required Employment & Skills Delivery Deliver employability support aligned with SEQF and IPS models, adhering to Fidelity standards Assist clients with: CV writing and personal statements Job applications and interview preparation Accessing training and development opportunities Organise and support interviews, job placements and employer introductions Employer Engagement & Partnership Working Build and maintain strong relationships with local employers, partners and stakeholders Support recruitment initiatives such as job fairs, employer events, outreach and redundancy support programmes Work collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies to achieve positive outcomes About You We are looking for individuals who: Have experience supporting vulnerable or disadvantaged groups, particularly people with learning disabilities and/or autism Are comfortable working in a fully face-to-face, community-based role Can motivate, inspire and build trust with clients who may be distant from the labour market Have strong organisational skills and experience managing a busy caseload Are confident engaging with employers and building partnerships Have knowledge of supported employment approaches (SEQF/IPS), or the ability to learn quickly Are flexible to support occasional out-of-hours activities, such as job starts or employability events Why Join? Play a vital role in helping residents transform their lives through work Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team within a local authority setting Gain valuable experience delivering nationally recognised employability models Competitive hourly rate and immediate start available