We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a skilled, compassionate and experienced Social Worker or a Senior Social Worker to join our Integrated Mental Health Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, permanent basis.
We are proud to be part of the Social Care Future movement working towards a place where everyone can live in a home they love, stay connected to the things that matter and feel part of their community.
As an experienced social worker or Senior Social Worker, you’ll play a key role in supporting adults with a wide range of mental health needs. You’ll supervise colleagues, guiding and supporting them to grow in their roles and making sure the quality of our work is the best that it can be. Current transformation projects in the team include developing S117 Aftercare arrangements, in conjunction with the ICB, and increasing our Social Supervision provision to our forensic population; interest in developing these initiatives would be considered highly desirable but not essential.
You’ll work within the legal frameworks of the Care Act (2014) and Mental Health Act (1983) while keeping the person at the centre of everything you do. You’ll use a strengths‑based approach to assess needs, carry out reviews and plan support with people and their carers. Your aim is simple: help people stay well, stay safe and remain independent. You’ll work closely with family, carers, health partners within an integrated team with the local NHS Trust, and local organisations to make sure support is timely and right for each person. You’ll bring strong professional judgement, a calm approach and the confidence to work with higher‑risk situations.
You’ll join a supportive team that works closely together. The role is advertised as Senior Social Worker/AMHP however, we would also consider appointing a Social Worker/AMHP for the right candidate who is keen to develop. Additionally, if you’re AMHP who has been out of practice, we may be able to support your re-approval to you get back up and running. If you’re not yet an AMHP we will consider applications from those keen to undertake the training. We work flexibly through a mix of home working, office time and in‑person visits.
This is an exciting time to join us. We are an Award‑Winning Local Authority and were recently recognised by the Care Quality Commission as one of the best adult social care services in the country and ranked 2nd nationally in the Impower Productivity Index.
AMHP - Those on the AMHP rota receive a substantial AMHP allowance of £5355 - £7000 (depending on experience)
If you’re passionate about supporting adults to live well, make their own choices and stay connected to their communities, we’d love to hear from you!
⭐ Staff Benefits ⭐
You’ll have access to an excellent benefits package, including:
1. 30-31 days annual leave, rising by five days after five years’ local government service, plus bank holidays
2. Local Government Pension Scheme
3. GP helpline, seven days a week
4. Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 confidential support
5. Free eye tests and flu vaccines
6. Free onsite gym (Shute End, Wokingham)
7. Salary sacrifice schemes – including car and cycle to work
8. Local and lifestyle discounts
9. Move through Menopause course
10. Sports and social clubs – running, football, cricket and more
11. Learning and development opportunities
12. Employee networks
13. And more!
Key Responsibilities
14. Work within legal frameworks to assess, review and support people with complex needs and their carers. Offer clear advice and guidance and help people access the right support to stay safe and well.
15. Hold a mental health caseload, providing care and services for people who have severe and /or enduring mental health difficulties.
16. Take a strengths‑based approach and build respectful working relationships with the people you support.
17. Complete and oversee risk assessments and risk management plans, supporting positive risk‑taking where appropriate.
18. Recognise and support others to identify possible abuse or neglect and make relevant safeguarding enquiries. Acting as the Safeguarding Adults Manager (SAM) for enquiries completed by less experienced colleagues.
19. Act in a supervisory role to other team members and provide supervision in line with policy
20. Chair meetings such as professional meetings, case conferences and Multi Disciplinary Teams.
21. Maintain high standards of quality in clinical recording, ensuring information is recorded accurately, appropriately and kept up to date.
22. Carry out a reviewing function with people in long term stable placements who have care packages in place.
23. Comply with all service requirements in terms of lone working in the community.
Candidate Requirements
24. Professional Social Work qualification
25. Registration with Social Work England
26. Experience working with adults with mental health needs is desirable
27. An ability to travel around the borough for visits, meetings and appointments
28. Strong knowledge of the legal and professional framework for adult social care
29. Ability to lead, motivate, supervise and support staff, including managing performance
About Wokingham Borough
Wokingham Borough sits in the heart of Berkshire and has excellent transport links to Reading and London. It includes a historic market town, welcoming villages and miles of beautiful countryside.
We have high‑performing schools, thriving businesses and a strong sense of community. With good public facilities, a growing local economy and low crime rates, it’s a great place to live and work. We’re also committed to becoming a Marmot Borough, focusing on prevention, early intervention, and reducing inequalities across our diverse community.
Closing Date: Sunday 26th April 2026, 11pm
Interview Date: W/C 4th May 2026
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.
Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer