Nottinghamshire County Council
Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)
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Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) – Full-Time (Fixed Term, 12 Months)
Salary
£39,152 - £44,075 per annum.
Basic Details
- Work Pattern: Full-time (37 hours per week).
- Duration: 12 months (Fixed Term).
- Location: Sherwood Oaks Hospital, Mansfield, NG18 4GW.
- Working Arrangement: Hybrid.
- Competency Framework: Tier 6.
- Number of Posts: 2.
- Interview Date: 23 July 2026.
- Closing Date: 12 July 2026 at 23:55.
About the Role
Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHPs) play a critical role in the operation of the Mental Health Act.
Notre Dame University (Improving Lives) is seeking two experienced Advanced Social Work Practitioners/Approved Mental Health Professionals to work in a 24-hour service, covering three 12-hour shifts per week.
This role supports a Countywide AMHP team, helping to fulfil Nottinghamshire County Council’s statutory duties under mental health legislation. You’ll work in a collaborative, strength-based approach to deliver high-quality mental health support.
Key responsibilities include:
- Implementing single-point triage systems for urgent cases.
- Providing training and supervision (including for AMHP trainees).
- Supporting team managers in coordinating services.
- Ensuring compliance with mental health legislation.
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Key Responsibilities
- Meet statutory obligations under the Mental Health Act.
- Support, coach, and mentor colleagues across the mental health system.
- Train and supervise AMHP trainees and other professionals.
- Work flexibly to ensure 24/7 service coverage.
- Contribute to team and organisational development alongside managers.
- uphold safeguarding duties for vulnerable adults and children.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Must be a practising AMHP or holding the equivalent AMHP qualification.
- Social work or mental health degree required (preferably with postgraduate AMHP qualification).
- Must be competent in mental health legislation and best practice.
- Commitment to strengths-based, person-centred care.
- Availability to work a 12-hour shift pattern (rotating hybrid/onsite requirements).
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Benefits & Professional Development
- Professional supervision available.
- Access to ongoing professional development training relevant to the AMHP role.
- Peer support network.
- Cultural Priorities commitment from Nottinghamshire County Council.
- Part of a Disability Confident Leader organisation, offering guaranteed interviews if eligible.
Additional Information
- The post is also available as a secondment opportunity to existing Nottinghamshire County Council employees (approval from line managers required).
- Successful candidates will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
- Job Share Scheme is available for eligible roles.
- Applicants are encouraged from diverse backgrounds, reflecting the Council’s commitment to equality.
Next Steps
For an informal discussion, contact: Rebecca McCalla Email: Rebecca.McCalla@nottscc.gov.uk
To apply: Submit formally by the closing date. For systematic access, visit the Nottinghamshire County Council careers portal using the provided system.
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