--- title: "2x Mental Health Social Workers with AMHP Status KB300321" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-29c7b45e-d80f-443a-9aa8-29b4331d8e0a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-29c7b45e-d80f-443a-9aa8-29b4331d8e0a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-29c7b45e-d80f-443a-9aa8-29b4331d8e0a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-29c7b45e-d80f-443a-9aa8-29b4331d8e0a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2021-03-30" --- # 2x Mental Health Social Workers with AMHP Status KB300321 Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-29c7b45e-d80f-443a-9aa8-29b4331d8e0a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-29c7b45e-d80f-443a-9aa8-29b4331d8e0a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-29c7b45e-d80f-443a-9aa8-29b4331d8e0a.json) ## Summary The procurement process is being conducted by Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council, seeking to appoint two qualified Mental Health Social Workers with AMHP status as part of their Crisis Team. This opportunity falls under the recruitment services category and is based in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage with a closing date for submissions set for Tuesday, 6th April 2021 at 12:00pm. The contract is expected to commence on 12th April 2021 and will run until 11th July 2021, with a total value of £22,200. This tender presents a significant opportunity for recruitment agencies and firms specialising in mental health services to expand their operational scope. Businesses that have expertise in providing social work recruitment, particularly those with a strong understanding of mental health legislation and crisis management, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Given the critical nature of the roles, candidates will need to demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience, making this an attractive prospect for skilled agencies in the mental health sector. ## Notice We are looking for 2 enthusiastic Mental Health Social Workers with AMHP Status to join our Crisis 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. There will be an expectation to undertake shifts and on call as part of the 24/7 rota. 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 Covid-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. Hours are 37 hours. 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 ensure when CVs are submitted the candidates are compliant to start. Please submit CV, 2x references and your agencies Terms of business. It was would also be helpful if you can confirm your agency on costs upon submission. 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 Tuesday 6th April 2021 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 Tuesday 6th April 2021 12:00pm Midday Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22e0d2ff-0940-44e1-8193-4f33a598a5f3 | | 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 | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Mar 2021 | | Submission deadline | 6 Apr 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 12 Apr 2021 - 11 Jul 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £22,200 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B70 8SZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | West Bromwich Central | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79600000 - Recruitment services ## Release History - 30 Mar 2021 at 12:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22e0d2ff-0940-44e1-8193-4f33a598a5f3 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22e0d2ff-0940-44e1-8193-4f33a598a5f3 30th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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