Trainee Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) - Adult Social Care
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Devon County Council Trainee Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) - Adult Social Care
The closing date is 11 October 2026
Job summary
Who we are?
AMHPs carry out statutory duties under the Mental Health Act 1983 which includes a broad range of tasks including section 13 consideration, making informed, independent decisions about the need for compulsory admission to hospital, the use of Guardianship and Community Treatment Orders to support well-being in the community. As well as undertaking the role of Social Supervision under Part 3 of the MHA.
Alongside these statutory functions, we are committed to providing advice, consultation, support and training to our partner agencies and professional colleagues. As there are no age restrictions on the individuals we assess, AMHPs work across a wide range of services and settings. This creates opportunities for close collaborative working with Community Mental Health Teams, Learning Disability and Autism Services, CAMHS, acute hospitals and other partner organisations.
Our team is committed to continuous improvement and places a strong emphasis on co-production, including how best to capture and utilise the voices of those that have experience of being assessed under the Mental Health Act and to further improve practise for the benefit of those who come into contact with our service.
We are also deeply committed to addressing racial disparities in mental health care. Our service is dedicated to implementing the recommendations of Devon County Councils Race Equality Audit and actively working to deliver more equitable and culturally informed support and practice.
Main duties of the job
The AMHP Training
The Post Graduate Certificate Approved Mental Health Professional academic course is set at accredited masters level and will be delivered by University of Lancashire in September 2027 Mental Health Practice PGCert - AMHP Course through a mix of remote learning and practice placement. The course will be financially supported by Devon County Council, and we will offer support throughout your learning and development both from the Social Care AMHP service, the daytime AMHP service and the Workforce Development Team. We will be offering full support through your AMHP pathway and the academic course, however, there will be an expectation that once qualified you remain within the AMHP role to practise as an AMHP in Devon for a minimum of two years.
On successful completion of the programme, practitioners will be considered for approval by Devon County Council as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP). Approval is granted by a Local Social Services Authority (LSSA), and practitioners can only undertake AMHP duties once formally approved.
For further information about the academic programme, please contact Jill Hemmington at [email protected]
About us
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
You will need to demonstrate that you are:-
- Are a registered Social Worker, Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Chartered Psychologist.
- Have completed an appropriate period of suitable mental health work experience (normally 2 years post-registration with a minimum of one year in a community setting where individual responsibility for cases has been held).
- Have spent time shadowing with the Devon County Council AMHP services to understand the role of the AMHP prior to interview.
- Completed reflective accounts within the application from time spent exploring the AMHP service and role.
- Have access to / use of a vehicle. This essential due to Devon being a rural area.
Briefing Session
To find out more please register for our briefing session on Tuesday, 22nd September 2026 between 2:00pm 3:30pm -see Devon Jobs for the link.
- Our service is committed to your growth. All Trainee AMHPs receive regular supervision, peer support, and annual appraisal. We offer a comprehensive post-qualifying training programme and encourage innovative approaches to sharing AMHP expertise across wider teams.
- You'll be working in a supportive and inclusive environment where your contribution is valued and your development is prioritised..
- Please note: At this time, we are unable to consider overseas applications.
Details
Date posted
07 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£39,862 to £44,075 a year Grade G
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
F0011-26-10532
Job locations
County Hall
Topsham Road
Exeter
EX2 4QD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For all relevant information please refer to the job description and person specification documents attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For all relevant information please refer to the job description and person specification documents attached.
Person Specification
Did you qualify before 2012, OR have you completed 1 year of your Assessed and Support Year in Employment (ASYE)?
Essential
- Please confirm
Qualifications
Essential
- A qualified and appropriately registered social worker, occupational therapist, first level nurse (mental health or learning disability) or
- chartered psychologist.
Do you hold a suitable professional membership?
Essential
- Please confirm you are a qualified and appropriately registered social
- worker, occupational therapist, first level nurse (mental health or learning disability) or chartered psychologist and your registration number.
Experience
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification document that is attached to the advert. Use this to address how your skills and experience meet the criteria outlined for this role.
Do you have current Right to Work in the UK?
Essential
- Please confirm you have current right to work in the UK
Can you confirm that you hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a car or require an exception under the Equality Act 2010?
Essential
- Please confirm
Did you qualify before 2012, OR have you completed 1 year of your Assessed and Support Year in Employment (ASYE)?
Essential
- Please confirm
Qualifications
Essential
- A qualified and appropriately registered social worker, occupational therapist, first level nurse (mental health or learning disability) or
- chartered psychologist.
Do you hold a suitable professional membership?
Essential
- Please confirm you are a qualified and appropriately registered social
- worker, occupational therapist, first level nurse (mental health or learning disability) or chartered psychologist and your registration number.
Experience
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification document that is attached to the advert. Use this to address how your skills and experience meet the criteria outlined for this role.
Do you have current Right to Work in the UK?
Essential
- Please confirm you have current right to work in the UK
Can you confirm that you hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a car or require an exception under the Equality Act 2010?
Essential
- Please confirm
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).
Additional information
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
Devon County Council
Address
County Hall
Topsham Road
Exeter
EX2 4QD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.devon.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Devon County Council
Address
County Hall
Topsham Road
Exeter
EX2 4QD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.devon.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
AMHP Team Manager
Ama Dhami
07854368098
Details
Date posted
07 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£39,862 to £44,075 a year Grade G
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
F0011-26-10532
Job locations
County Hall
Topsham Road
Exeter
EX2 4QD
United Kingdom
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