Social Worker/AMHP (2 Posts)
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Job Description
Social Worker/AMHP (EDT)
Full Time/Permanent
Grade:PO4
Salary:51228pa rising annually to 54360pa plus:
- 20% enhanced salaryfor out-of-hours work
- Additional monthly AMHP allowance of 3000
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.
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 Lambeths 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
Ability to provide a service to individuals and families in social crisis requiring immediate or urgent response
Service operates 5pm9am weekdays and 24 hours on weekends and bank holidays
Must be an experienced AMHP and Childrens Social Worker
Successful applicants will:
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
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.
For detailed qualifications and requirements please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below:
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 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: 28th September 2025 at midnight
Employment Type
Full-Time
