Mental Health - Advanced Social Worker

Are you an experienced social worker ready to lead complex cases and drive service development? We’re seeking an Advanced Social Worker to join a forward-thinking Community Mental Health Team, where your leadership will help shape care delivery and mentor others in a dynamic, evolving service.

This role offers the chance to balance direct practice with strategic input, within a flexible hybrid working environment that supports your professional and personal life.

What You Can Expect:
 

• Hybrid working flexibility – Work from home up to two days per week, with focused in-person collaboration and community visits.
• Leadership influence – Take the lead on high-risk cases, contribute to service improvement, and support policy implementation.
• Supervisory responsibility – Provide reflective supervision and clinical guidance to social workers and allied professionals.
• Appreciation for your contribution – Benefit from a loyalty bonus and continued recognition for the vital work you do.

• Lead on complex assessments, safeguarding concerns, and multi-agency planning
• Support the professional development of colleagues through supervision and coaching
• Drive best practice across the team by embedding strengths-based, trauma-informed approaches
• Liaise with senior management to influence service pathways and practice standards
• Ensure robust risk management and compliance with legal frameworks and NHS guidance

Why Choose Leaders in Care?

Leaders in Care offers more than a placement—we provide genuine career support, competitive rates, and consistent, personalised guidance. With 600+ five-star Google reviews and a trusted reputation in the sector, you’ll have peace of mind throughout your assignment. Plus, our market-leading payroll and timesheet system takes the stress out of getting paid.

What You’ll Need:

A recognised Social Work qualification, current registration with Social Work England (SWE), extensive experience in adult mental health or complex community settings, and proven ability to lead, supervise, and influence practice.

Apply Today

Send your CV and availability to georgia@leadersincare.co.uk or call 0121 651 1629 for a confidential conversation.

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