Childrens Mash Social Worker

Childrens Mash Social Worker - Contract

Are you an experienced Childrens Mash Social Worker looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on children's lives? We are seeking a dedicated Childrens Mash Social Worker to join a dynamic, multi-agency team based at Shire Hall in Gloucester. This is an exciting contract role that offers the chance to work within a supportive environment while helping safeguard vulnerable children and families.

Position Overview

As a Childrens Mash Social Worker, you will be responsible for advising on children's safety and wellbeing by screening and triaging referrals within the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH). This role does not involve case holding but requires a sharp, inquisitive approach combined with the ability to work under tight timescales. Your expertise in frontline social work, particularly within a MASH environment, will be vital in making timely decisions and coordinating appropriate interventions.

Candidate Responsibilities:

• Conduct screening and triage of referrals to determine the appropriate level of intervention for children and families.
• Work closely with multi-agency partners to ensure a coordinated approach to safeguarding.
• Gather relevant information and make informed judgments on the safety and wellbeing of children.
• Work within tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of decision-making.
• Collaborate with team members, managers, and partner agencies to share information and promote best practices.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all activity and decisions made.
• Participate in hybrid working arrangements, initially working primarily from the office at Shire Hall for training, with increased time working remotely as agreed.
• Be part of a supported and stable team environment committed to continuous improvement.

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience as a social worker, preferably in a MASH environment.
• Strong understanding of thresholds for intervention and safeguarding procedures.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure within strict timescales.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid social work qualification and registration.
• Resilience and a proactive approach to complex cases.
• Flexibility to work on-site at Shire Hall for a minimum of three days per week during induction and training.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rate (to be discussed at interview).
• Hybrid working arrangements – home and office-based.
• Supportive and stable management team.
• Opportunity to work within a collaborative multi-agency hub.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Chance to make a positive difference in children's lives.

How to Apply

To apply for the Childrens Mash Social Worker role, please contact Jane Smith at Staffing Solutions.

Email: jane.smith@staffingsolutions.co.uk

Phone: 01234 567890

We look forward to receiving your application and helping you take the next step in your social work career.