? Senior Social Worker - MASH Team ?
? Location: Civic Offices, Shute End, Wokingham, RG40 1BN
? Rate: £39-40 per hour
? Contract: Temporary
About the Role:
Wokingham Borough Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Team. This is a key frontline role, working alongside partner agencies to assess risk and determine the most appropriate intervention for children and families.
As part of the MASH team, you will be responsible for screening, assessing, and making evidence-based decisions on referrals in a timely manner, ensuring children are safeguarded and families receive the right level of support.
Key Responsibilities:
? Receive and screen referrals, gathering and analysing relevant information to inform risk assessments.
? Work within a co-located, multi-agency team to conduct thorough assessments and determine next steps.
? Identify risks and protective factors, making professional recommendations in line with child protection procedures.
? Ensure all information is accurately recorded and maintained on electronic systems in a timely manner.
? Work in accordance with legislation, best practices, and performance management guidelines.
? Engage with children, families, and carers, ensuring their voices are heard in decision-making processes.
? Work in a person-centred approach, considering cultural and communication needs.
? Liaise with partner agencies, including health, police, education, and other safeguarding professionals.
Requirements:
? Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.
? Experience in a MASH, safeguarding, or front-line children's social work team.
? Strong knowledge of child protection legislation, safeguarding frameworks, and thresholds.
? Experience of risk assessment and decision-making in a high-pressure environment.
? Strong IT skills to manage and update electronic case records.
? Excellent communication and analytical skills, with the ability to work with multi-agency professionals.
? Enhanced DBS check and eligibility to work in the UK.
Additional Information:
? Hybrid Working: Some flexibility for remote working available.
? Interested? Apply now or contact us for more details!
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? Phone: 02030471476
? Apply Today! ?
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