OR100489 (JS) - Senior Social Worker - MASH team

We are seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker / Senior Practitioner to join our busy Children & Families MASH Team on a 3-month locum basis. You will play a key role in safeguarding children by assessing referrals, analysing multi-agency information, and supporting timely and effective decision-making at the front door of children's services.

• Screen and triage safeguarding referrals within the MASH in line with statutory guidance
• Analyse information from multiple partner agencies to assess risk and need
• Provide clear professional recommendations on next steps for children and families
• Work collaboratively with police, health, education, and other safeguarding partners
• Manage complex and high-risk cases requiring senior-level decision-making
• Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality case records
• Contribute to safeguarding outcomes through effective information sharing and analysis

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
• Significant post-qualifying experience in children's safeguarding
• Strong understanding of MASH/front door processes
• Excellent risk assessment, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Experience working in a fast-paced, multi agency environment
• Ability to manage competing priorities under pressure