Job Opportunity: Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)
Location: Leatherhead, Reigate, Tandridge, Woking, Runnymede, Waverly, and Guildford (1 vacancy per team)
Salary: £46,399 - £49,588 per annum + £3,000 market supplement (pro rata for part-time)
Hours: Full-time (36 hours per week) or Part-time positions available

Are you a dedicated Social Worker looking to take the next step in your career as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)? Surrey County Council is excited to expand our Mental Health teams and offer you an opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

Why Choose Surrey?
At Surrey, we lead with innovation, using a recovery-focused, strength-based approach. Our goal is to empower service users, ensuring they take control of their care, make informed decisions, and become active members of their communities.

What We Offer

* Competitive salary with a market supplement of £3,000

* 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 after 2 years and 30 after 5 years

* Option to purchase up to 10 additional days of annual leave

* Extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your wellbeing

* Generous local government pension

* Lifestyle discounts (gym, travel, shopping, and more)

* Paid volunteering days (2 individual, 1 team per year)

* AMHP allowance of up to £3,000 per annum

* Access to our Learning and Development hub with a wealth of resources

* Up to 5 days of carer's leave annually

* Paternity, adoption, and dependants leave

What You'll Do
As an AMHP, you'll play a key role in carrying out statutory duties under the Mental Health Act and the Care Act. Depending on the team, you'll either undertake AMHP assessments full-time or assist individuals, carers, and families in creating care plans that promote independence, leveraging a strength-based, community-driven approach.

About You

* You hold a Professional Qualification in Social Work

* You can maintain personal AMHP status (Warranted)

* You have post-qualifying experience, including work with individuals with mental health needs

* You possess a solid understanding of mental health legislation and care planning

* You are committed to continuous professional development

* You hold a valid UK driving license and are willing to travel

If you're ready to join a supportive, dynamic team and contribute to shaping mental health services in Surrey, we would love to hear from you!

Apply Today and Take the Next Step in Your Career