Social Worker/AMHP (3 Posts) at Lambeth New Career Site

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 May, 26

Salary

54360.0

Posted On

10 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Social Work, Mental Health Act, Crisis Intervention, Risk Assessments, Decision Making, Communication Skills, Autonomy, Children's Safeguarding, Statutory Legislation, Person-Centred Interventions, IT Skills, Collaboration, Emergency Response, Assessment, Support Services, Teamwork

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Social Worker/AMHP (EDT) Full Time/Permanent Grade: PO4 Salary: £51,228pa rising annually to £54,360pa plus: 20% enhanced salary for out-of-hours work Welcome Payment: £1000 Market Supplement: £1000 AMHP Allowance: £3000 Join Lambeth’s Emergency Duty Team – Where Professional Impact Meets Work-Life Balance About Us At Lambeth, we are committed to practice that builds strong relationships, supports positive change for families, and promotes the wellbeing and development of children and adults. We achieve this by working openly and collaboratively with families and partners. Are you a passionate and resilient Social Worker or AMHP with experience in children’s social work? Are you looking for a role that offers flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a real difference during out-of-hours emergencies? We are currently recruiting Emergency Duty Team (EDT) Social Workers to join our dynamic and responsive out-of-hours service. This is a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment supporting children, families, and vulnerable adults during evenings, weekends, and bank holidays If you have vision, creativity, and commitment, can work under pressure, and are looking for a new challenge that makes a positive difference, we would love to hear from you. About the Team The Out of Hours Social Work Team is responsible for responding to all social care emergencies and statutory duties outside normal office hours. The role involves: • Conducting initial assessments of presenting situations • Establishing safe and viable solutions pending follow-up by daytime services • Undertaking Mental Health Act Assessments under the Mental Health Act Applicants must be Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHPs). This is an exciting opportunity to join Lambeth’s Emergency Duty Team (EDT), which provides a statutory out-of-hours emergency response to children, young people, and families where immediate intervention is required. The team plays a pivotal role in safeguarding and supporting our most vulnerable residents. About the role As an experienced and qualified Social Worker, you will: • Have a broad and detailed knowledge of statutory functions of Social Care and Health Services (including legislation, policy, and procedures) • Triage and prioritise incoming work, ensuring appropriate responses in line with policy and professional judgment • Work with complex situations requiring robust risk assessments, crisis intervention, and decision-making • Act as the single point of contact for social care services for children, adults, young people, and mental health out of hours Who We Are Looking For AMHP-qualified Social Workers with experience in children’s safeguarding Strong decision-making skills and the ability to work independently Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred interventions Ability to provide a service to individuals and families in social crisis requiring immediate or urgent response (Service operates 5pm–9am weekdays, and 24 hours on weekends and bank holidays) Deliver effective and responsive services in emergency situations in line with statutory legislation and guidance, including: Children Act 1989, Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, London Safeguarding Procedures, Concordat on Children in Custody 2017 Be conversant with the Mental Health Act, Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and other relevant legislation for adults Demonstrate excellent communication skills, ability to work autonomously, and respond swiftly to emergencies Be confident working with a diverse range of agencies and teams Have strong IT skills For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below: JD and Person Specification What We Offer Flexible shift patterns designed to support your work-life balance Remote working, with access to office space when needed Supportive management and regular supervision A high-impact role during critical hours Ongoing professional development and training Contact Information For more information about the role, please contact: Gabriella Anderson - ganderson@lambeth.gov.uk Why Lambeth: • Fantastic, modern working environment in the award-winning Lambeth Town Hall and Civic Centre buildings • Competitive Salaries • Up to 35 days annual leave, dependent upon continuous service • 5 Minutes from London Underground and excellent transport links into the centre of London • Hybrid/Flexible working • Cycle to Work Scheme (including City Bike Hire scheme) • Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme We are a Stonewall diversity champion; a Living Wage Employer and we guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. Please click here for a full list of our accreditations. Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information about the DBS can be found at www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agencies-public-bodies/dbs In addition, you will also be required to undertake a Cifas check from the Fraud Prevention organisation. Further information can be found here Cifas How to Apply Interested? click on the apply button and complete an on-line application and also upload your Supporting Statement clearly evidencing how you meet the criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage on the job specification pages Closing date: 17th January 2026 at midnight

Responsibilities

As a Social Worker/AMHP, you will conduct initial assessments of emergencies and establish safe solutions pending follow-up by daytime services. You will also undertake Mental Health Act Assessments and act as the single point of contact for social care services.