Must be social work England registered to apply
Key Responsibilities: - Work with a team of Senior practitioners & triage officers in the MASH, providing guidance, support, and supervision to ensure effective service delivery. - Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families referred to the MASH, gathering and analysing relevant information to determine the level of risk and appropriate intervention. - Collaborate with partner agencies, such as social services, police, health professionals, and education providers, to gather and share information, ensuring a coordinated approach to safeguarding. - Make informed decisions regarding the need for immediate protection and intervention, ensuring the safety and well-being of children at all times. - Provide expert advice and consultation to colleagues and partner agencies on complex cases, ensuring best practice and adherence to statutory requirements. - Maintain accurate and up-to-date records
of assessments, interventions, and case progress, ensuring compliance with data protection and confidentiality policies. - Support the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and training programs to enhance the effectiveness of the MASH team and promote continuous improvement. Requirements: - A recognised social work qualification and registration with the relevant professional body. - Extensive experience working within children's services, with a focus on safeguarding and child protection. - Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, threshold decisions, policies, and procedures related to child protection and safeguarding. - Excellent assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to make informed decisions in complex and challenging situations. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with colleagues, partner agencies, and
families. - Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload, ensuring timely and effective service delivery. - Commitment to continuous professional development and keeping up-to-date with current research and best practice in the field.
