Tender

Mental Health Social Worker (with AMHP status) Ref 24.04.20

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

24 Apr 2020 at 16:52

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently seeking to appoint a Mental Health Social Worker with Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) status, under the tender titled "Mental Health Social Worker (with AMHP status) Ref 24.04.20". This opportunity falls within the recruitment services industry and is located in West Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement process is at the open tender stage, with a deadline for quotation submissions set for Wednesday, 29th April 2020, by 12:00 pm. The contracted work is scheduled to commence on 4th May 2020 and will last until 4th August 2020, with an estimated value of £15,540.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in mental health services, particularly those that provide recruitment or staffing solutions for social care roles. Organisations with experience in delivering mental health support, as well as those possessing a pool of qualified social workers, may find this contract aligns well with their offerings. Given the specific requirement for AMHP accreditation and the flexibility needed to work outside standard hours, suitable candidates should have a strong track record in safeguarding, crisis management, and knowledge of relevant legislation including the Mental Health Act and Care Act 2014.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mental Health Social Worker (with AMHP status) Ref 24.04.20

Notice Description

We are looking for 1 enthusiastic Mental Health Social Worker with AMHP Status to join our growing team. It is an essential requirement that applicants will need to be a Social Work England Registered Social Worker in addition to being a Qualified Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP). Due to the nature of the post flexibility is required to work outside of normal working hours in order to manage crisis and the ability to travel long distances as required. A comprehensive knowledge and application of the Mental Health Act and its interface with the Mental Capacity Act is essential, as is detailed knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and other relevant legislation. Due to the current Corvid-19 Pandemic work relating to the Mental Health Act will be the main priority. Candidates need to have excellent safeguarding and risk management skills, a proven ability to manage mental health crisis situations, coupled with balancing a highly complex caseload. The rate of pay is PS35 per hour and PS50.00 on call to the worker. Please see the Job Description and Personnel Specification for further information. Please note that the service now sits with ASC. An Adults Enhanced Barring DBS will be required. Please note this role is currently also advertised with our master vendor agency. The Quotation Document(s) will be made available to suppliers who Express Interest on the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council Tendering Portal. To access the portal please click the following link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc You will be required to log into an existing account or register a new one. Once logged in, from the top menu bar click on 'Tenders' to list all the current opportunities. Once you have found the relevant opportunity you should click on 'View Details' in order to Express Interest. Closing date for submission of quotations is Wednesday 29th April 2020 12:00pm (midday) Additional information: The Quotation Document(s) will be made available to suppliers who Express Interest on the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council Tendering Portal. To access the portal please click the following link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc You will be required to log into an existing account or register a new one. Once logged in, from the top menu bar click on "Tenders" to list all the current opportunities. Once you have found the relevant opportunity you should click on "View Details" in order to Express Interest. Closing date for submission of quotations is Wednesday 29th April 2020 12:00pm Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/30b22fca-5ee1-40d3-81f2-daf2932aa386
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

79600000 - Recruitment services

98513100 - Agency staff services for households

98513300 - Temporary staff for households

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,540 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Apr 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 May 2020 - 4 Aug 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Karendeep Bassra
Contact Email
karendeep_bassra@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 569 4766

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B70 8SZ
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
West Bromwich Central
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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