Job overview
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Social Worker to join our dynamic team - Caradon CMHT within the Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Mental Health Service. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and their families by delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
About You
- Registered professional qualification
- Significant experience in mental health services and care coordination.
- Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams.
Why Join Us?
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development.
- Access to NHS benefits, including pension scheme and generous annual leave.
- Commitment to staff wellbeing and flexible working options.
Apply Today If you are passionate about improving mental health care and want to be part of a forward-thinking organisation, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
This is a community-based role that may require frequent travel to various locations throughout the county including areas that may not be accessible by public transportation. Successful candidates will need to demonstrate how they will manage these travel requirements.
- To develop the interface between primary and secondary care services so the patients/carers are offered focused and co-ordinated packages of care that are appropriate to their needs.
- To be responsible for the assessment of care needs and clinical management of a defined caseload within the Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (CFT) Mental Health Service.
- To carry continuing responsibility for the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.
This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly. We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply:
- Cornwall Foundation Trust
- Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
- Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board
If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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This advert is for Senior Mental Health Social Worker with Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust in Bodmin, South West, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 Pro Rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 16 Jun 2026.
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