Approved Mental Health Professional

Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP)

Salary: £50 Per hour (umbrella rate)
Contract: 6 Months
Hours: Flexible working considered - up to 37 hours a week working our of hours and weekends
Location: Working for Hampshire CC, mainly remote role

About the Role

We are seeking a committed and experienced Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) to join our Mental Health Service. You will play a vital role in safeguarding the rights of individuals experiencing mental ill‑health, ensuring lawful, person‑centred, and least‑restrictive practice in accordance with the Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended).

Working collaboratively with health, social care, police, and partner agencies, you will undertake Mental Health Act assessments and contribute to high‑quality decision‑making in complex and often pressured situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out Mental Health Act assessments, including applications for detention and Guardianship
• Act as the decision‑maker under the Mental Health Act, ensuring legal and ethical compliance
• Undertake duties under the Mental Capacity Act and associated legislation
• Work in partnership with service users, carers, health professionals, and other agencies
• Participate in the AMHP rota, including out‑of‑hours and emergency duties (as required)
• Maintain accurate, timely, and legally robust records
• Contribute to service development, training, and quality improvement initiatives

About You

You will:

• Be a qualified and warranted AMHP
• Be registered with Social Work England, HCPC, or NMC (as applicable)
• Have substantial post‑qualifying experience in mental health services
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of mental health legislation and best practice
• Remain calm, analytical, and person‑centred in high‑pressure situations
• Have strong communication, assessment, and decision‑making skills
• Be able to work flexibly, including participation in an AMHP rota

About Us

Connect2Hampshire is a managed service agency owned by Hampshire County Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders.