Be a steady hand in complex times - lead with compassion and make a real difference in mental health social work. Be a steady hand in complex times - lead with compassion and make a real difference in mental health social work. As a Senior Social Worker, you''ll bring expertise, leadership and empathy to a dedicated team working with adults facing severe and enduring mental health challenges. You''ll guide colleagues, manage complex cases and help ensure safe, person-centred care. Working Style: You''ll be based in the Borough for 4 days a week, playing a key role in serving the local community. Whether you''re working on the frontline or behind the scenes, you''ll be part of a dedicated team making a real difference to residents'' lives. What you''ll be doing: In this varied and meaningful role, you''ll support the day-to-day running of the mental health team, deputising for the Team Manager and acting as Duty Manager on a rota. You''ll help screen new referrals, manage triage and safeguarding concerns, and ensure duty work is handled efficiently and with care. You''ll lead by example in multi-agency meetings, offering a clear social work voice in decision-making. You''ll work closely with community mental health teams, voluntary groups and healthcare partners - building relationships that improve support and keep people safe. While you''ll manage a smaller caseload, you''ll be working on complex cases - from Care Act assessments and safeguarding to court proceedings. You''l