Social Worker (AMHP)

Northumberland Fire Group; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority organization in Northumberland is seeking a qualified Social Worker (AMHP) to provide high-quality services to vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will have a degree in Social Work, AMHP qualification, and the ability to work flexibly four days a week, including evening shifts. The role requires following patients through their journey and maintaining a collaborative approach to care. Attractive benefits include 26 days of annual leave, pension scheme, and extensive professional development opportunities.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Free parking

Mobile phone and laptop provided

Staff development networks

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and committed AMHP's.
• Valid UK driving licence and car ownership for work purposes.
• Flexibility to work four days per week.

Responsibilities

• Follow patients through their full journey from hospital to community.
• Maintain a small inpatient caseload.
• Apply professional skills in ethical contexts.

Skills

Human rights advocacy

Mental health assessment

Collaboration

Flexibility

Education

Degree in Social Work

AMHP Qualification

UK Skills for Care ASYE programme

Tools

Mobile phone

Laptop

Job description

# Social Worker (AMHP)## Job InformationMake a real difference in one of England's most beautiful counties and help shape brighter futures for those who need it most in Northumberland. At Northumberland County Council, we’re committed to delivering a high-quality service to vulnerable adults and their loved ones across the County and we’re looking for professionals who share our vision.This is your chance to join a forward-thinking organisation that values collaboration and is committed to delivering high-quality support and better outcomes for the people we work with.**About the role:** At Northumberland County Council, we take pride in our dedicated employees who are passionate about improving the lives of adults in our communities, ensuring they feel safe, healthy, happy, and independent. Our dedicated AMHP team is led by a single point of contact for all daytime Mental Health Act assessments across the county, ensuring consistency and collaboration.* Follow patients through their full journey, from hospital admission to discharge and reintegration into the community.* Work four days per week, including one 8.00am – 8.00pm shift.* Carry a small, focused inpatient caseload to maintain quality and continuity of care.* Apply your professional skills in complex ethical and legislative contexts.**What we’re looking for:*** Enthusiastic, qualified AMHP’s with a commitment to continuous development.* · Flexibility to work four days per weekAdditional benefits of working for Northumberland include the support of our dedicated Adult Social Care training team, who provide a wide range of career development opportunities to help you grow and progress in your role. From specialist workshops to structured pathways, we are committed to investing in your professional development including the option to undertake specialist accredited training such as Practice Educators qualifications.**For this position you must have the following:*** Degree in Social Work & registered with Social Work England.* AMHP Qualification* Successfully completed the UK Skills for Care ASYE programme* It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid UK driving licence and is either a car owner and is able to use the car for work purposes.For further information on this position, please contact JoAnn Brennan, Senior Manager on [e-mail] or Chris Hardy, Team Manager on [e-mail] is world-renowned as a visitor destination and an ideal location to strike a perfect work/life balance. There is no better way of enjoying the picturesque scenery and stunning coastline than on an everyday basis! We have some outstanding benefits to offer you, including:* 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of local authority continuous service (pro rata for part-time employees),* Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme* Flexi scheme – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)* Essential Car User scheme* Free parking in majority of NCC base sites* Free electrical car charging at County Hall* Equipment provided including mobile phone and laptop* Local government discount schemes available to all employees with offers at local businesses along with various national brands* Commitment to work/life balance offering flexibility through various schemes including job sharing and flexible working arrangements.* A range of salary sacrifice schemes are available* Staff networks - run by staff, for staff, providing opportunities for peer networking, mutual support, staff development e.g. Apprenticeship, Armed Forces, ASD, Enable (disability), LGBT+, Menopause, Mental Wellbeing and Racial Equality.Stay connected with us on social media to keep up to date with Northumberland County Council’s latest job opportunities.**Facebook**: **LinkedIn**: Further information For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes . We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post. Alternative application format: British Sign Language: For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: dial 018001 01670 623930.Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.### Social Worker (AMHP)* **Salary** £45,091 - £49,282* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** ncc/TP/70/2482/SA(R1)* **Contract Type** Permanent* **Closing Date** 07 January, 2026* **Job Category** Social Work - Adult Service* **Directorate** Adults, Ageing and Wellbeing* **Location** Northumberland County Council, County Hall, Morpeth, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 18 December, 2025