Description
* Suffolk County Council
* Address: Suffolk, Countywide - Community based
* Salary: £41,502 - £47,054 per annum (pro rata for part time)
* Plus Approved Mental Health Professionals Honorarium £3, paid monthly £ and AMHP extended hours paid at £22.70 per hour (This role includes performance related pay progression per annum)
* Hours: 37 hours per week, flexible working options available
* Contract: Permanent
We're passionate about improving the future for our communities and the people who serve them. If you are too, join us as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) and make a meaningful impact across Suffolk. Your expertise and commitment will help us deliver a high-quality, responsive service that supports some of the most vulnerable individuals in our county. Our opportunities and support will enable you to thrive and grow in your career.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
As an AMHP, you will be part of a dedicated team delivering a 24-hour service across Suffolk. You'll work flexibly across any of our three rota areas - Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds, and Waveney - depending on daily demand. This will be a countywide role operating on any rota in Suffolk where the demand is required on the day. The council working day is 8.45am - 5.20pm (Monday - Thursday) and 8.45am - 4.25pm (Friday).
On a typical day, you will:
* carry out a full range of Mental Health Act duties, including assessments in both hospital and community settings
* travel occasionally to out-of-county hospitals and community locations
* undertake community treatment order (CTO) work, guardianship applications/renewals, and warrant applications
* act as the AMHP triage worker and represent the service at multi-agency meetings
* promote a high-performance culture that is flexible, innovative, and focused on continuous improvement
* support the AMHP Team Manager in reviewing service delivery and escalating risks where appropriate.
What you will need
We hope you'll bring:
* Registered Social worker, Mental Health or Learning Disability nurse, Occupational Therapist or Psychologist
* AMHP qualification and current approval to practice
* a strong understanding of the Mental Health Act and related legislation
* the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
* a commitment to delivering person-centred, compassionate care
* flexibility to work across different locations and rotas.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (Word). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
We are a countywide AMHP service working in partnership with Norfolk and Suffolk Foundation Trust (NSFT). Our three rota areas are:
* Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds: 2 AMHPs per day
* Waveney: 1 frontline AMHP.
You'll be supported by a dedicated AMHP Team Manager and benefit from:
* 3-monthly AMHP supervision
* Regular peer support groups
* Annual appraisal
* Specialist AMHP CPD (minimum 18 hours per year).
We're proud of our collaborative, supportive culture and our commitment to professional development.
Empowering Everyone
We're big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We're always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact Julia Wunderlich, Acting Operations and Partnerships Manager (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling or emailing Alternatively, you can contact Oliver Phillips (Acting AMHP Manager) by calling
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).
Step 2 - Click 'Apply Now' to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.
1. Tell me about a situation where you had to manage competing priorities within a high-pressure environment. How did you ensure service delivery remained effective and safe?
2. Can you share an example of how you have supported or mentored colleagues, such as offering advice, supervision, or training opportunities?
3. Can you give an example of how you have contributed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults or children?
4. How do you ensure accurate and timely record-keeping in line with organisational policies?
Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at or
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply? If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs, you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team at or
You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages. If you're invited to the next stage, you'll have another chance to request adjustments.
Closing date: 11.30pm, 3 March 2026.
Promoted as PJ (Platinum Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid