Senior Social Worker Early Intervention Team Psychosis

A rare opportunity has arisen in the dynamic Early Intervention in Psychosis Service (EIP), for a senior social worker. The Team enjoys manageable caseloads and a fully integrated multi-disciplinary approach. The Team comprises of psychiatrist's, psychologist's, occupational therapist's, nurses, social workers and social care assistants. Charlton Athletic football club work alongside EIP to provide a wellbeing program, with activities like art to help individuals manage their wellbeing to more dynamic challenges like climbing the O2.

EIP also have Employment Support Workers who support service user to meet their goals of finding paid employment.

Based at the office in Erith with free parking and good transport links, the EIP team is a supportive whole borough team working with service users who have experienced their first episode of psychosis, embracing concepts of strengths‑based practice and a systemic approach with evidence‑based practice in order to enable recovery. As the Senior Social Worker, your enthusiasm, unique perspectives, knowledge of the Care Act and professional skills will be highly respected within the service.

Training and development is an integral offer within the service, you will be offered the opportunity to undertake the Family Therapy for psychosis Training and Family and Friends Training. The team have weekly MDTs and complex case discussions these are an opportunities for the team to discuss the social, psychological and psychiatric needs of the service users. The team also offer monthly reflective practice meetings to give people space to think about their role and the role of others, while also considering how the demands of the work impact upon them.

These reflective meetings are key for self‑development. Bexley Council also offer professional coaching and a Leadership Academy to endorse the growth of seniors and managers.

• Work within the EIP team to deliver NICE concordant interventions with service users and their support network following their first episode of psychosis.
• Use strengths‑based and systemic approaches to enable service users' recovery and promote independence.
• Assess, plan, and manage complex cases, providing high‑quality, evidence‑based support.
• Conduct AMHP duties.
• Undertake the Practice Educator role.
• Collaborate closely with multi‑disciplinary colleagues, service users, and families to ensure person‑centred, strength based and recovery‑focused care.
• Maintain a high standard of practice, staying informed about current best practices, especially under the Care Act, and contributing to a supportive team environment.
• Supervise the social worker and social care assistant in the Early Intervention Team.

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) certification.
• PEPS 1.
• Strong knowledge and application of the Care Act and relevant legislation.
• Enthusiasm, commitment to high‑quality care, and a passion for enabling recovery.

For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role then please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description attached.

Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Interviews are scheduled to be held on 13th February 2026 in person at the Erith Centre.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Nicola Shawyer, Clinical and Quality Lead, ,

Bexley is a vibrant and diverse outer London Borough nestled in the Thames Gateway between London and Kent which means it combines the perfect blend of city vibe and the tranquillity of Kent. It's got award‑winning parks, open spaces, and heritage sites. The borough has excellent transport connections, including the Elizabeth Line and proximity to the M25. Bexley offers fantastic amenities such as libraries, leisure centres, and shopping areas.

Our borough is also home to numerous primary and secondary schools, as well as further education institutions.

We will offer you in return a package that includes a competitive salary, coaching and mentoring programmes, an…