Employer: East London NHS Foundation Trust
Job Title: Social Worker
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 09 November 2025
Job Summary
The Luton North Hub Community Mental Health Team at East London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Social Worker to join its forward-thinking and dynamic team.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with secondary mental health services, local authorities, Integrated Care Boards, primary care services, housing associations, as well as voluntary and private sector partners — all contributing to a person-centred and recovery-focused model of care.
Career development opportunities include:
Training and development specific to social work (ASYE, AMHP, PE training)
Psychosocial intervention training
Regular supervision with experienced social work professionals
Access to social work forums and seminars
East London NHS Foundation Trust supports the wellbeing, training, and career growth of its staff, ensuring continuous professional development and recognition of individual achievements.
Applications are welcomed from all sections of the community to ensure the workforce represents the population served.
Main Duties
Hold a social care caseload in line with the service’s operational policy.
Work as an autonomous practitioner within an integrated multi-disciplinary team.
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care provision.
Liaise with all relevant agencies involved with clients.
About East London NHS Foundation Trust
The mission of East London NHS Foundation Trust is to make a positive difference to people’s lives by improving their quality of life.
The organisation’s values are:
We Care
We Respect
We Are Inclusive
These principles guide how service users, carers, and colleagues are supported across all departments and partner organisations.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver compassionate, dignified, and respectful care in line with NHS Constitution values.
Maintain high standards of care for a defined caseload.
Provide leadership, supervision, and support to junior staff.
Meet national targets and performance standards.
Build trust and develop relationships to promote service user involvement.
Maintain accurate, timely, and professional records.
Promote equality and diversity in daily practice.
Commit to continuous professional development.
Person Specification
Education, Qualification, and Training
Essential:
Appropriate social work qualification
Registration with Social Work England
Degree-level education
Desirable:
Master’s degree or equivalent post-qualifying training
Approved Mental Health Professional qualification (or willingness to undertake within one year)
Other relevant post-qualification training (e.g. CBT, family therapy, Best Interest Assessor)
Experience
Essential:
Knowledge of legislation, statutory guidance, and policy related to adult and children’s social care
Experience in assessment, personalisation, and care planning
Understanding of personal budgets and direct payments
Evidence of multidisciplinary and collaborative working
Demonstrated partnership work with service users and carers
Knowledge and Skills
Essential:
Strong verbal and written communication skills across diverse stakeholders
Ability to manage challenging meetings and sensitive information
Competence in electronic record systems and report writing
Ability to work sensitively within diverse environments
Desirable:
Experience conducting audits, surveys, or research
Analytical ability and commitment to anti-discriminatory practice
Other Requirements
Essential:
Ability to attend meetings and visits at various locations
Computer literacy (to ECDL standard)
Car driver (unless exempt under the Equality Act 2010)
Ability to meet deadlines and handle crises appropriately
Flexibility in managing workload and supporting others
Capacity to manage distressing or aggressive behaviours from service users or carers
Desirable:
Experience in an integrated health and social care setting
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required to review any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker visa sponsorship are welcome and will be considered equally with other applications.
From 6 April 2017, applicants for entry clearance under the Skilled Worker route must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have lived in for 12 months or more during the past 10 years. Adult dependants are also subject to this requirement.
Further details can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website.
UK Registration
Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. For more information, visit the NHS Careers website.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in this role, visit the official East London NHS Foundation Trust website for more information — click here to apply now.