Job summary
Are you looking for a Social Worker position in High Wycombe or Aylesbury specialising in Adult Mental Health?
Then come and join our excellent team to improve patient outcomes with a focus on working age adults.
You will be supported by a stable management team and work within a small social care team who have close links with the Buckinghamshire Council as well as working alongside community mental health colleagues within the Trust.
Our Social Work team within community mental health has arisen out of a renewed commitment by Oxford Health and Buckinghamshire Council to continue working in partnership to deliver mental health services for the residents of Buckinghamshire and those placed out of area for whom we are the responsible body.
Main duties of the job
* Work with adults, and their families, who may be placed in a range of community and placement settings, to form an understanding of their needs and wishes and develop strength-based plans.
* Hold a case load of clients who require assessment and review of their care and support needs in line with The Care Act 2014 and s117 Mental Health Act 1983.
* Understand and apply the relevant statutory frameworks to promote independence and autonomy while balancing risks and the needs of others including children and vulnerable adults
* You will use relationship based Social Work skills to understand the needs of this adult service user group and work collaboratively to create care and support plans that reflect person-centred outcomes.
* To provide a high quality and effective professional approach, taking responsibility for working and managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision, dependent upon the complexities of these cases and the social worker's experience.
* Demonstrate and model good practice that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths-based practice, working collaboratively with adults and their families
Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
* Excellent opportunities for career progression
* Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
* 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
* NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
* Competitive pension scheme
* Lease car scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Mental Health First Aiders
* Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)
* Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Details Date posted
07 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number
267-BM7306154
Job locations
Whiteleaf Centre
Bierton Road
Aylesbury
HP20 1EG
Job description Job responsibilities
We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application. The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.
Job description Job responsibilities
We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application. The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.
Person Specification Skills and Experience Essential
* Experience of working with working as a registered social worker in a statutory setting
* More than one year continuous post-qualifying practice.
* Experience of working within relevant legal frameworks
* Experience of working with families and carers.
* Undertaking assessments, reviews and s42's for adults under The Care Act 2014
Desirable
* Experience of working in adults in a mental health setting
* PEPS 1 or 2 award
Personal Attributes Essential
* A commitment to Continuous Professional Development
* A commitment to the learning and development of colleagues
* Have a strong social work identity
* Ability to manage a complex case load
* Being able to work as a team player as well as autonomously
Knowledge Essential
* Understanding the needs of service users requiring mental health services
* Working with health and social care data bases
* Understanding of commissioning and the delivery of care services through the local authority.
* Applying relevant legal frameworks into practice
Desirable
* Knowledge of community resources and services in Buckinghamshire
* Understanding of the application of policies and procedures that inform decision making
Person Specification Skills and Experience Essential
* Experience of working with working as a registered social worker in a statutory setting
* More than one year continuous post-qualifying practice.
* Experience of working within relevant legal frameworks
* Experience of working with families and carers.
* Undertaking assessments, reviews and s42's for adults under The Care Act 2014
Desirable
* Experience of working in adults in a mental health setting
* PEPS 1 or 2 award
Personal Attributes Essential
* A commitment to Continuous Professional Development
* A commitment to the learning and development of colleagues
* Have a strong social work identity
* Ability to manage a complex case load
* Being able to work as a team player as well as autonomously
Knowledge Essential
* Understanding the needs of service users requiring mental health services
* Working with health and social care data bases
* Understanding of commissioning and the delivery of care services through the local authority.
* Applying relevant legal frameworks into practice
Desirable
* Knowledge of community resources and services in Buckinghamshire
* Understanding of the application of policies and procedures that inform decision making
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
Whiteleaf Centre
Bierton Road
Aylesbury
HP20 1EG
Employer's website
https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
Whiteleaf Centre
Bierton Road
Aylesbury
HP20 1EG
Employer's website
https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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