About this role
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join our Mental Wellbeing Service!
Previous applicants need not re-apply.
This is a fulltime, permanent role with hybrid working, and a salary of £40,192 - £44,012 per annum, plus an annual retention bonus of £3,000 subject to eligibility.
Main duties of the job
You will work with people in their own homes, hospital settings, supported care environments, contributing to integrated pathways across primary and secondary mental health services.
Your role will involve:
Undertake statutory social work interventions for adults with mental health needs, including Care Act assessments, reviews, safeguarding enquiries, mental capacity assessments, support planning and Section 117 aftercare responsibilities.
Support individuals with complex mental health needs, applying professional judgement, legal literacy and strengths-based practice to promote recovery, wellbeing, independence and least restrictive outcomes.
Assess and manage risk, working confidently with safeguarding concerns, vulnerability, self-neglect, mental health crises and complex decision-making.
Work collaboratively with individuals, carers and partner agencies, building effective relationships across health, housing, voluntary sector and statutory services to coordinate care and achieve positive outcomes.
Promote social work values and continuous improvement, advocating for people's rights and voices whilst contributing to a culture of reflective practice, professional curiosity, learning and service development.
About us
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is located within the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas in the country. The Borough Council, a unitary authority, takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about delivering high quality, rights based social care.
RBWM is a unique borough, offering significant opportunity due to its proximity to London, expanding business sectors, and its role as a major cultural and tourism destination, including internationally recognised attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland, and Ascot Racecourse.
With strong partnerships across health and social care, including our Mental Health Trust, this is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Social Worker who wishes to practise specialist mental health social work within a supportive and forward thinking service.
Job description Job responsibilities
As a Mental Health Social Worker, you will play a vital statutory role in supporting adults with mental health needs, promoting recovery, strength-based practise and safeguarding rights.
You will work with people in their own homes, hospital settings, supported care environments, contributing to integrated pathways across primary and secondary mental health services.
Following the successful implementation of an innovative social care transformation programme, we are continuing to develop a modern, confident Mental Wellbeing Service that places mental health expertise, legal literacy, and strength-based practice at its core.
This is a great time to join a specialist mental health social work team that values professional identity, reflective practice and high quality statutory social work intervention.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
An enthusiastic and committed Social Worker who is passionate about supporting adults. A Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England. You will have a strong understanding of adult safeguarding procedures and legislation (e.g., Care Act 2014). You will share our commitment to promoting independence, recovery, wellbeing and social inclusion, enabling people to live fulfilling lives within their communities. You will be confident in delivering high-quality, strengths-based social work and able to apply sound, legally defensible professional judgement in complex and often challenging situations. A commitment to continuous learning, reflective practice and professional development is essential. Applications are welcomed from experienced Social Workers and ASYE Social Workers with a strong interest in developing specialist knowledge and skills in mental health social work.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead
Address Town Hall
St Ives Road
Maidenhead
SL6 1RF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.rbwm.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)