AMHP Lead and Emergency Duty Team Manager

Are you passionate about working with vulnerable adults and leading on Mental Health legislation focusing on driving service improvement, delivering an  excellent service whilst committed to achieving positive outcomes, we would love to hear from you.

In this role, you will:

• This roles requires you to be a warranted and qualified approved mental health professional (AMHP).

• Ensure delivery of an effective Centralised AMHP and EMERGENCY DUTY SERVICE on behalf of the London Borough of Tower Hamlets which meets all relevant legal requirements.

•  To manage and provide high-quality monthly supervision to the permanent AMHPs within the Centralised AMHP Service and Emergency Duty service and undertake an annual appraisal of the AMHP practice of the AMHPs rotated into the services.

•  Provide professional leadership and advice to the AMHPS on all aspects of Mental Health law and practise.

•  Ensure that AMHPs receive adequate training and support to enable them to carry out their functions, including their annual mandatory refresher training.

• To manage the Emergency Duty Team for adults and ensure that regular, high-quality monthly supervision is provided to the staff.

About You

• In-depth knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007).

• An understanding of the arrangements for managing patient care in secondary mental health services

•  Thorough knowledge of the role and responsibilities of Approved Mental Health Professionals

•  Understanding of the professional supervision and support needs of AMHPS and Out of Hours Workers.

• To have experience of supervising and managing staff.

•  Thorough knowledge of the of severe and enduring mental illness and its implications for service users and carers.

• Strong communication and collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively in a diverse community.

Our Benefits

• Competitive salary £62,742 plus an AMHP and travel allowance.

• Local Government Pension Scheme membership.

• Generous annual leave: 29 days, rising to 33 with 5+ years’ service, plus bank holidays and 3 additional days at Christmas.

• Flexible and agile working to support work–life balance.

• Staff money-saving schemes (e.g., rent deposit loans, season ticket loans).

• Learning and development opportunities through our Practice Learning and Development Team, with clear career development and leadership pathways.

Tower Hamlets is a truly unique borough at the heart of London – a place where history and innovation sit side by side. From the docks and markets that shaped the East End to the global business hub of Canary Wharf, we are proud to be one of the most dynamic, diverse, and ambitious communities in the UK. We are also one of the fastest growing and youngest boroughs in the country, offering unrivalled opportunities to make a real difference to people’s lives. Our residents are energetic, creative, and resilient, and our council is committed to delivering the best possible services and opportunities for them.

Our award-winning new Town Hall in Whitechapel provides a modern, flexible workplace for our staff, right at the heart of the borough and directly opposite Whitechapel Tube and Elizabeth line station. It is more than just a workplace – it’s a hub for collaboration, innovation and community, designed to bring out the best in our people.

As an employer, we put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Our active Employee Network Groups celebrate and champion our workforce, helping to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging. Guided by our TOWER values – Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respect – we are building a positive, inclusive culture where colleagues can thrive.

At Tower Hamlets Council, you’ll find exciting challenges, supportive colleagues, and the chance to shape one of London’s most important and vibrant places. If you’re looking for a role where you can see the impact of your work every day, then Tower Hamlets is the place for you.