Mental Health Social Worker
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Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Mental Health Social Worker
The closing date is 10 November 2026
Job summary
A unique opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, enthusiastic and driven individual.
As a Social Worker in an integrated Mental Health Team you will make a difference by providing appropriate and effective interventions to people with severe and enduring mental health needs, and those in their networks, enabling and assisting them to meet daily health, social care and well-being needs, in line with personal recovery goals.
You will need to have experience of working with people who have mental health problems. Experience of working in a community setting in relation to supporting people to achieve and sustain independent living. Assessment and care management experience. You will need to organise and manage a complex workload and work in partnership with a wide range of individuals and agencies.
Our philosophy is 'together we can make things better', if this aligns with your ambition, passion and beliefs, we will welcome an application from you.
Full or part time hours considered.
New Qualified Social Worker Band 5 AYSE, will also be considered for the position.
Main duties of the job
- To act with professionalism and integrity, being a role model to those around us and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity.
- To provide a service that is tailored to meet the needs of the individual and to understand what our patients/clients need and be adaptable and responsive
- Professional practice should be informed by the following principles:
- We should not intervene unless really necessary
- People probably know best what they need
- People are not defined by their difficulties
- People have a right to live without fear or harm.
- To provide a high quality customer service which complies with relevant legislation and NHS Employment check standards.
- To be honest and learn from mistakes, and help to create a "no-blame" culture were people feel able to share and learn from experiences together.
- To work as part of a team demonstrating effective communication, and working collaboratively with colleagues inside and out of the department.
- Acknowledge that you need to continually deliver greater value to customers.
- Be honest about your biggest challenges and create a culture of curiosity and openness.
- Make a deliberate effort to connect with strangers from different walks of life and invite them to share their ideas.
- Embrace challenges as an opportunity to learn constructively about ways of improving our services
- Help to develop and foster a learning environment where feedback is welcomed and valued
About us
We are a small but supportive team who are passionate about delivering quality care to patients. We are a motivated and caring team to both patients and colleagues. The team is flexible and promotes a healthy work/home life balance.
We work in an integrated way with allied health care professionals within the locality, and are a motivated and caring team to both patients and colleagues. We are flexible and promote a healthy work/home life balance therefore, your package with us includes a lot more than just your pay.
Listed are a few of the additional benefits that are available to you as an employee:
- NHS Pension Scheme
- Generous Holiday Entitlement, starting at 27 days a year (for full time workers) plus bank/public holidays
- Staff Discounts
- Career development and training opportunities
- Employee Support - Staff have access to a 24-hour helpline
If you share our values and vision and are passionate about working with people on what matters to them, you could be a real asset to our Torbay and South Devon Team.
Why work with us - Torbay Hospital provides acute care for the local community and has several community hospitals, and is a hot-spot for those who are considering living by the sea or within half an hour of Dartmoor National Park and an hour to Exmoor National Park.
Please note: Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.
Details
Date posted
27 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
388-8342169-FC&I
Job locations
St. Edmunds
St. Edmunds, Victoria Park Rd
Torquay
TQ1 3QH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- An understanding of the Mental Health Act/ Mental.
- Capacity Act requirements Sound understanding of Care Act 2014 and related code of practice
- Experience of working within Adult social care.
- Experience or understanding of working withinmental health service provision.
- Requirement to visit mental health settings including Secure Units, Acute Psychiatric Hospital, Residential Homes and supported living settings.
- Keyboard skills with appropriate adaptations/adjustments.
- This role includes a combination of sitting, standing and walking on a daily basis.
- This role can be emotionally stressful support in terms of supervision or informal de-briefing is available .
- Ability to work within agreed timescales.
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- An understanding of the Mental Health Act/ Mental.
- Capacity Act requirements Sound understanding of Care Act 2014 and related code of practice
- Experience of working within Adult social care.
- Experience or understanding of working withinmental health service provision.
- Requirement to visit mental health settings including Secure Units, Acute Psychiatric Hospital, Residential Homes and supported living settings.
- Keyboard skills with appropriate adaptations/adjustments.
- This role includes a combination of sitting, standing and walking on a daily basis.
- This role can be emotionally stressful support in terms of supervision or informal de-briefing is available .
- Ability to work within agreed timescales.
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with Social Work England or HCPC
- Training in the protection of vulnerable adults
Desirable
- Post-qualifying experience
- AMHP/BIA qualification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- An understanding of the Mental Health Act/ Mental Capacity Act requirements
- Sound understanding of Care Act 2014 and related code of practice
- Understanding of recovery principles in Mental Health and strength-based approach
- Skills in initial assessment and risk management of client's presenting to the service
- Understanding of basic human needs, emotional social and physical
- Effective recording skills
- Ability to be flexible, creative and use own initiative
- Ability to work holistically with a variety of service users with lived experience of complex care needs
- Commitment to anti discriminatory practices and compliance with the Equal Opportunities Policy
- Ability to work to meet conflicting deadlines
- Work well in team
- Time management skills/ prioritising
Desirable
- Supervision skills
- IT skills
- Good presentation skills
- Group Work Skills
Specific skills
Essential
- Experience or understanding of working within mental health service provision
- Understanding of mental health conditions and how mental health issues can impact on individuals, their families and carers
- Experience of working within adult social care
Desirable
- Experience of working within mental health services
- Experience in working within a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of working with people with dual diagnosis
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with Social Work England or HCPC
- Training in the protection of vulnerable adults
Desirable
- Post-qualifying experience
- AMHP/BIA qualification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- An understanding of the Mental Health Act/ Mental Capacity Act requirements
- Sound understanding of Care Act 2014 and related code of practice
- Understanding of recovery principles in Mental Health and strength-based approach
- Skills in initial assessment and risk management of client's presenting to the service
- Understanding of basic human needs, emotional social and physical
- Effective recording skills
- Ability to be flexible, creative and use own initiative
- Ability to work holistically with a variety of service users with lived experience of complex care needs
- Commitment to anti discriminatory practices and compliance with the Equal Opportunities Policy
- Ability to work to meet conflicting deadlines
- Work well in team
- Time management skills/ prioritising
Desirable
- Supervision skills
- IT skills
- Good presentation skills
- Group Work Skills
Specific skills
Essential
- Experience or understanding of working within mental health service provision
- Understanding of mental health conditions and how mental health issues can impact on individuals, their families and carers
- Experience of working within adult social care
Desirable
- Experience of working within mental health services
- Experience in working within a multidisciplinary team
- Experience of working with people with dual diagnosis
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
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St. Edmunds
St. Edmunds, Victoria Park Rd
Torquay
TQ1 3QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St. Edmunds
St. Edmunds, Victoria Park Rd
Torquay
TQ1 3QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Social Work Manager
Rebecca Hazard
07920299244
Details
Date posted
27 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
388-8342169-FC&I
Job locations
St. Edmunds
St. Edmunds, Victoria Park Rd
Torquay
TQ1 3QH
United Kingdom
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