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Mental Health Transitions Social Worker

United Kingdom, Ashton-under-Lyne Employment contract 39862.00 - 45091.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted June 09, 2026
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Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking an experienced and passionate Mental Health Transitions Social Worker to join their specialist team supporting young people as they move from Children's Services into Adult Services. The role involves working with young people experiencing moderate to severe mental health difficulties, including those with autism and dual diagnoses, ensuring they receive the right support at a critical stage in their lives. The post holder will play a key role in promoting independence, planning for adulthood, and helping young people and their families navigate complex transitions.

Job Responsibility

  • Supporting young people transitioning from Children's Services into Adult Services
  • Undertaking Care Act assessments and developing clear, outcome-focused support plans
  • Completing funding applications and statutory documentation
  • Managing complex legal work including Court of Protection DoLS applications, DoLS, Section 21A challenges, and court reports
  • Building meaningful engagement with young people who may be difficult to engage and supporting their families and carers
  • Undertaking Carer's Assessments and supporting carers under the Care Act
  • Working closely with SEND services and understanding the role of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
  • Promoting strengths-based practice and person-centred planning
  • Working collaboratively across health, education, children's services, and adult social care to ensure seamless transitions
  • Contributing to a responsive six-day service, primarily Monday to Friday with occasional Saturday working

Requirements

  • Social Work Degree, DipSW or equivalent professional Social Work qualification
  • Completion of ASYE
  • Current registration with Social Work England
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes
  • Minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience
  • Substantial experience working with young people transitioning from Children's Services into Adult Services
  • Significant experience working within Mental Health Services
  • Knowledge and experience of SEND and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
  • Experience of Care Act assessments, care planning, safeguarding, and statutory social work practice

Nice to have

AMHP qualification

What we offer

  • Annual leave: up to 10 years' service 28 days, 10 years' service 31 days
  • Additional payment of £82 per AMHP shift for qualified and warranted AMHPs
  • Approximately 25-30 AMHP shifts available annually
  • Opportunities to undertake AMHP training in the future
  • One working-from-home day per week (currently working towards, agreed with managers)
  • £250 referral bonus for successful recommendations

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