Approved Mental Health Professional - Out of Hours Service
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Full Time
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Haylock House, Kettering Parkway, Kettering
Closing Date: 19/06/2026
Job Category: Social Care - Adults
Organisation: North Northamptonshire Council
About the Role
As an Out of Hours Approved Mental Health Professional (OoH AMHP) you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable adults outside of core working hours (Mon - 5:00pm – 9:00am). This is a unique opportunity for an experienced AMHP who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and can make high‑quality, autonomous decisions under pressure.
Responsibilities
* Ensure the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable adults outside of core working hours.
* Undertake urgent Mental Health Act assessments, working collaboratively with partner agencies while maintaining professional independence and applying relevant legislation.
* Contribute to best practice and act as a role model for high standards in Adult Social Care.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Dynamic, innovative and committed professional who is passionate about delivering high‑quality services.
* Strong knowledge of the Mental Health Act (1983, as amended 2007) and the Care Act (2014).
* Proven ability to work independently in high‑pressure situations.
* Strong multi‑agency working experience and communication skills.
* Registered with the relevant professional body (Social Work England, NMC, HCPC).
* Current AMHP approval and evidence of post‑qualifying experience and ongoing CPD as an AMHP.
* Demonstrated strong partnership working with agencies such as NHS, Police, Ambulance, care providers and advocacy services.
Professional Registration
* Social Worker
* Mental Health Nurse
* Occupational Therapist
Working Pattern
* Rolling rota covering night shifts and bank holidays.
Salary & Benefits
* Plus 15% Out of Hours Allowance.
* 28 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part‑time employees), increasing to 30 after 2 years’ continuous service and a further 3 after 5 years’ continuous service.
* Business mileage paid at 45p per mile.
* Free DBS check according to job role.
* Employee networks including armed forces, disability, race equality, menopause, LGBTQ+.
* 15% out of hours allowance.
Disability Confident Employer
We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.
The council has the Gold status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS).
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