Job Summary
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is offering an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Social Worker to join the Adult Community Mental Health Service (ACMHS) in the Welwyn area of Hertfordshire.
The role is focused on delivering community mental health care to adults, with strong transport links to Hertfordshire’s countryside as well as London and beyond.
- Employer: Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
- Job Title: Social Worker
- Location: United Kingdom
- Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 per annum (including 5% fringe HCAS)
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
- Pay Scheme: Agenda for Change, Band 6
- Closing Date: 03 October 2025
Main Duties
Provide clinical expertise and leadership within the ACMHS.
Participate in referral and allocation processes.
Safeguard vulnerable children and adults.
Contribute to case discussions and service-related meetings.
Manage a caseload, providing direct support and advice to service users and carers.
Work within the recovery framework, supporting individual choice and control.
Responsibilities
Champion social care with a comprehensive understanding of legislation and statutory requirements.
Lead on adult safeguarding practice, undertake safeguarding enquiries, and contribute to care plans protecting both adults and children.
Undertake comprehensive assessments and reviews for individuals with high risk or complex needs, in line with the Care Act 2014.
Provide direct support and signpost individuals who do not meet social care eligibility.
Ensure appropriate health and social care services are commissioned, including offering direct payments.
Support processes for charging service users by the local authority where applicable.
For full details, refer to the Job Description and Person Specification documents.
Person Specification
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Essential:
Professional social work qualification, degree level education.
Registration with Social Work England.
Training in outcomes-focused assessments and personalisation.
Relevant post-qualifying training.
Experience and training in safeguarding.
Desirable:
Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) / Best Interests Assessor training.
Areas of Experience and Knowledge
Essential:
Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience.
Knowledge of legislation, theory, and policy for relevant care groups.
Experience in assessments, personalisation, choice, and control.
Knowledge of personal budgets and direct payments.
Experience of multidisciplinary and partnership working.
Desirable:
Experience as AMHP and/or Best Interests Assessor.
Communication Skills
Essential:
Strong communication with service users, carers, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
Ability to manage highly sensitive information.
Experience with electronic recording systems and producing accurate reports.
Analytical Skills
Essential:
Ability to analyse service user and carer information.
Experience in small-scale audits and surveys.
Employee Benefits
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust offers:
Thorough induction and regular, high-quality supervision.
Range of developmental opportunities.
Flexible working options.
High cost allowance supplement (5% on top of salary, subject to limits).
27–33 days holiday (depending on NHS Trust service) plus bank holidays.
NHS pension scheme (one of the UK’s best).
Special leave for family/personal reasons.
NHS Car Lease Scheme (for substantive staff).
Eye Care Vouchers.
Employee Assistance Programme.
NHS discounts.
Refer a Friend Scheme – earn up to £500.
About the Trust
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is one of only five mental health trusts rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission.
With over 4,000 staff, the Trust provides health and social care services for people with mental ill-health, physical ill-health, and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, and Norfolk. Services are delivered in both the community and inpatient settings.
The Trust values are embedded throughout its work: Welcoming, Kind, Positive, Respectful, Professional.
Learn more: Hertfordshire NHS Partnership Trust
Additional Information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: Required under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside others.
Criminal Records Checks: Applicants must provide certificates for countries lived in for 12+ months in the last 10 years.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
How to Apply
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