Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT)
Senior Social Worker
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Senior Social Worker – Adult Community Mental Health Service (ACMHS), North West Hertfordshire
An outstanding opportunity has developed for a Senior Social Worker to join the Adult Community Mental Health Service (ACMHS) in North West Hertfordshire.
Are you passionate about working with a recognised NHS Trust to develop and deliver community treatment in mental health?
We welcome and value diversity in our workforce, including applicants from all ages and backgrounds, such as those with lived experience of mental health difficulties.
About the Role
This role will be based within the St Albans community mental health team. A full valid driving licence (along with regular access to a car for business purposes) is essential (unless a specific impairment is identified under the Equation Act 2010).
Key Responsibilities
The Successful Candidate must demonstrate the ability to:
- Promote and lead the social care agenda, upholding the principles of personalisation, wellbeing advocacy, and individual rights to choice and control.
- Conduct complex assessments of need, develop person-centred care plans, and review outcomes collaboratively with individuals, their support networks, and care providers.
- Ensure team practice is responsive, inclusive, and community-focused, with an emphasis on positive outcomes.
- Bring professional expertise to manage complex cases effectively.
- Supervise social care staff and provide wider team support where required.
- Manage Care Act 2014 assessments and package of care reviews, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks.
- Collaborate robustly with community partners (rather than simply reliant on statutory services) to support individuals and families in meeting their needs.
- Act as a signature leader of social care within the located quadrant/area.
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Requirements
- Must be professionally registered as a Qualified Social Worker.
Benefits
Alongside the chance to make a real impact, we offer:
- Leadership and management training opportunities.
- 5% on top of the basic salary, plus a high-cost allowance supplement (hair-dressing, clothing, and transport allowances) – subject to minimum and maximum payments on a pro-rated basis.
- 27+ days of holiday, depending on NHS Trust service (resting at 33 days for advanced grade roles, plus bank holidays pro-rated where applicable).
- Access to one of the UK's best pension schemes.
- Comprehensive health and wellbeing services tailored to than clinical workers.
- Special leave for mental and personal wellness, including NHS availability.
- The NHS Car Lease Scheme duration.
- Access to the Employee Assistance Programme.
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Why Join Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT)?
HPFT is a trusted partner in public health, commanding an Overall ‘Outstanding’ rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC)—ranking among the top five mental health trusts nationwide.
Our commitment is clear:
“The care we provide makes a fantastic difference through choice, independence, and equality”.
With over 4,000 staff serving 400,000 people, we lead care across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Norfolk, delivering high-quality support in community and inpatient settings. Our ambition is to be the premier provider of mental health and special learning disability services.
Trust Values
- Welcoming
- Kind
- Positive
- Respectful
- Professional
For further information or to organising an informal visit, contact:
- Name: Helen Dudeney
- Job Title: Service Line Lead
- Email: helen.dudeney@nhs.net
- Telephone: 07833 235 057
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