Social Worker - MASH​/Assessment

Position: Social Worker - MASH / Assessment
£42 per hour | Flexible hybrid working | Low caseloads | 6-month minimum contract

Are you an experienced MASH & Assessment Social Worker looking for a role that offers manageable caseloads, flexible working, and strong management support?

We’re working with a highly regarded local authority in the West Country that is currently recruiting experienced Social Workers to join its MASH & Assessment Service.

This authority is committed to keeping caseloads low and manageable, giving practitioners the time and space to complete high-quality assessments and make well-informed decisions that lead to positive outcomes for children and families.

This is an excellent opportunity for Social Workers seeking a better work-life balance, while continuing to grow professionally within a supportive and well-structured team.

The Role

You will be responsible for carrying out timely assessments and interventions, including:
Completing Child and Family Assessments Responding to referrals and undertaking initial visits
Managing duty responsibilities and safeguarding concerns
Conducting Section 47 enquiries where required
Risk assessment and decision-making
Multi-agency partnership working
Progressing cases to the most appropriate service pathway
Working closely with children, families, and partner agencies

The service has clear processes in place and benefits from supportive management oversight, allowing practitioners to focus on effective frontline practice.

What’s on Offer?

£42 per hour
£150 weekly accommodation bonus
Flexible hybrid working Choice of office days
Low and manageable caseloads
Minimum 6-month contract
Access to high-quality training and development
Supportive management team
Wellbeing and employee support services Easily commutable
South Coast location
Loyalty bonus available — contact us for details

Why Apply?

With increasing pressures across children’s services, opportunities offering genuine flexibility, lower caseloads, and strong support are becoming increasingly rare.

We work directly with hiring managers, enabling us to match Social Workers with roles that suit their preferred working style, experience, and career goals.

Whether you’re looking for better support, greater flexibility, or a fresh challenge, we’d be happy to discuss how this opportunity could be the right fit for you.

Referral Bonus

Know another Social Worker looking for their next contract?

Receive £500 for every successful referral we place.

Requirements Qualified Social Worker Current Social Work England registration Previous experience in a Duty & Assessment, Referral & Assessment, or Front Door service Strong assessment and risk management skills

For a confidential discussion about this role, or to hear about other opportunities available nationwide, contact Nathan today:

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Social Work England registration
Previous experience within a Duty & Assessment, Referral & Assessment, or Front Door service
Strong assessment and risk management skills

For a confidential discussion about this role, or to hear about other opportunities available nationwide, contact Nathan today:

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