Adults AMHP – Hospital Discharge Team – #000B0CF71

Job Description

Sheffield City Council is seeking an experienced Adults Approved Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) to join their Hospital Discharge Team, based at Howden House, Sheffield city centre. This is a locum role running from 25 May to 28 August 2026 at £35 per hour.

You will undertake social care assessments and coordinate timely care packages for hospital inpatients prior to discharge, with a focus on supporting discharges from PICU and acute wards. Duties include mental capacity assessments, Best Interest decisions, safeguarding work as required, and completion of Ministry of Justice reports. You will also attend Section 117 meetings, ward rounds, and professional meetings, and participate in a duty rota.

The successful candidate must hold a recognised social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England, with substantive mental health experience and current AMHP qualification. Experience with Liquid Logic (LAS) is preferred, as is holding a current driving licence.

If you are an AMHP available from late May 2026 and interested in this Sheffield-based opportunity, 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.