Adults AMHP – Emergency Duty Service – #000B295D1

Job Description

Manchester City Council’s Emergency Duty Service (EDS) is seeking an experienced Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) for a minimum 6-month agency engagement, paying £45 per hour. Start date 10 August 2026, initially through to 11 January 2027.

Manchester is an up-and-coming authority currently navigating the dissolution of its S75 agreement, offering real variety across a large geographical area. The EDS is a small, friendly team covering the whole of Manchester out of hours, undertaking Mental Health Act assessments and managing all emergency adult social care.

You will work a rolling 7-week rota, contracted at 35 hours per week — hours flex across the rota cycle but balance out to 35 per week on average. The base is Philips Park Road, Beswick, Manchester (M11 3FU).

Candidates must hold a current AMHP warrant. For an informal discussion, contact Sam Walker on 07932 643 865.

If you are an experienced AMHP with a live warrant and are available from August 2026, please get in touch today.

What’s on offer:

* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly
* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders
* A desirable location with great transport links
* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment

Why join Semester.co.uk?

* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills
* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll
* Enhanced DBS processing included
* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support
* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen location

Ready to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.