Social Worker Mental Health Team

Social Worker – Full Time – Permanent – Mental Health Team – Preston, Lancashire

Salary: £36,363 – £46,142 per annum. Permanent, Full Time, 37 hours per week.

Location:

Preston, Lancashire.

We are recruiting Social Workers who bring empathy, creativity, and a passion for empowering others. You will work alongside individuals in the community, helping them build on their strengths, maintain independence, and achieve personal goals.

Our values – we value supportive and innovative thinking, empathy, and listening. We are committed to living better lives in Lancashire through a strength‑based vision.

Benefits

• Up to 32 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with additional days during boli festive season
• Flexible working opportunities
• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contribution)
• Relocation reimbursement package for those moving to the area
• Training and development through the Social Care Academy and ongoing professional support
• Well‑being Support Programme for you and your family
• Access to staff discounts via Vivup (car lease, shopping, entertainment, gym memberships, holidays, etc.)

EEO statement

• We embrace diversity and support a range of groups: FABEE (Asian Black and Ethnic Employees), Disabled Workers Forum, LGBTQ+ Employee Network.

Registration & Screening

• Applicants must be registered with Social Work England (SWE) or have applied to register.
• The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
• Successful candidates will befim required to apply for a DBS disclosure.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

Contact: . Applicants are expected to provide a vehicle forλε in connection with job duties; accommodations will be considered for those unable to drive due to disability.