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Social Workers

NHS Professionals recognises the essential work that Social Workers carry out to support individuals and their families. Working across local authorities, the independent sector and voluntary services, did you know there are also opportunities within the NHS for Social Workers in mental health settings?

Our social workers play a critical role in improving overall wellbeing and mental health for NHS service users. They spend their time assessing, diagnosing, treating, and preventing mental, behavioural and emotional issues.

Our wide range of roles provide opportunities for members to build on their specialist skillset. As a preferred partner for some of the most prestigious NHS Trusts in England, we can share roles as soon as they become available. Some of the social work roles available at our Trusts include:

  • Mental Health Practitioner
  • Social Worker

Join the Bank

By registering with us, you can look forward to our exclusive member benefits while helping our NHS. You can benefit from a choice of flexible working opportunities, in addition to professional development. There are no costs to register or to complete compliance. You will receive free access to occupational health for onboarding, free DBS checks, free uniform (when required), and annual Statutory and Mandatory Training.

Already substantively employed by a Trust?

If you are already permanently employed at one of our partner NHS Trusts and are looking to work additional hours at that Trust, you can get started today.

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Are you already known to a Trust?

If you are known to the Trust that you would like to work Bank shifts at, start the application process here.

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Are you looking for a new opportunity?

If you are you interested in joining NHS Professionals as an Allied Health Professional, you can start your journey today.

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Why work through NHS Professionals as a Social Worker:

  • Gaining relevant experience – providing access to new skills to further your career in the NHS
  • Achieving a work-life balance – placements and flexible working opportunities to fit around your lifestyle as well as weekly pay and paid annual leave so you can enjoy your free time
  • Career progression - we’ll give you access to lifelong learning tools and resources, such as free online learning modules and free webinars to enable you to continue your professional development
  • Opportunity and access – our market-leading network gives you the best opportunities and access to the best choice of NHS Trusts. We are here to support you around the clock, 24/7/365.

Where can I work as a Social Worker?

Working for the NHS Professionals (NHSP) staff Bank allows you to work across these partner Trusts:

  • Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
  • Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
  • Camden & Islington NHS Foundation Trust
  • Coventry & Warwickshire  Partnership NHS Trust
  • Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
  • Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  • East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust
  • Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
  • Herefordshire & Worcestershire Health & Care NHS Trust
  • Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust
  • Livewell Southwest
  • North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust
  • Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
  • Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
  • Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
  • Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
  • South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
  • Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust
  • Surrey & Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
  • The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust
  • University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
  • University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
  • Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust
  • Wrightington Wigan & Leigh NHS Foundation Trust

Further information

Take a look at our helpful support articles for more information on joining as a Social Worker.