We have an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join the WAM Community Mental Health Team (CMHT)!
This is a full-time, permanent role, with a salary of £38,192 - £42,012 per annumplusan annual retention bonus of £3,000 subject to eligibility.
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is looking for aSocial Workertojointhe Community Mental Health Team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of local residents while contributing to a high-performing and supportive workplace.
About the team:
Windsor Ascot & Maidenhead (WAM) Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) is multi-disciplinary and multi-agency team providing services within Windsor Ascot & Maidenhead for the local population who require secondary mental health services. It is a joint NHS and Local Authority service which aims to provide a comprehensive range of resources that people with enduring and serious mental ill health can use so that they can lead as fulfilled a life as possible.
The Role:
As a Social Worker, you will deliver statutory services to residents with eligible care needs by conducting outcome-focused assessments, creating tailored care plans, and ensuring their effective implementation and support to team members, fostering their professional development and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
You will work flexibly with the management team, and closely with your supervisor with a focus on safeguarding vulnerable adults, achieving performance targets, and operating within budgetary constraints, you will play a vital role in driving continuous improvement and making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.
About Us:
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.
What we are looking for:
We are seeking a motivated professional with:
* A recognisedSocial Work qualificationandcurrent registration with Social Work England.
* To ensure appropriate safeguarding processes are in place for those most vulnerable adults.
* To manage a caseload under supervision.
* To represent and be able to make decisions with management guidance on behalf of RBWM, including work in multi-agency settings.
* To ensure work carried out is within RBWM budgetary constraints.
* Be responsible for following and maintaining all policies and procedures as designated by RBWM.
* Make decisions on day- to- day operational issues within the remit of the post and in line with the eligibility criteria to ensure the safety of vulnerable people.
What we offer:
* 32 days annual leave.
* Payment of Social Work England registration renewal fees.
* Free employee parking close to the offices.
* Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
* Give As You Earn scheme.
* Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
* Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
* Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.
Interview dates:07 October 2025
Application closes:28 September 2025
If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Ishumael Nyachengwe, Service Manager on ishumael.nyachengwe@RBWM.gov.uk
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