Social Worker |MASH Team | Children Services

Social Worker needed for our MASH Team in Dudley - paying £33.30ph!

• Location:
  
  Dudley
• Rate: £33.30 per hour
• Contract:
  
  Locum / Agency Contract
• Hours:
  
  Full-Time

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) team in Dudley.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a fast-paced, multi-agency environment where you will play a vital role in safeguarding children and young people by screening and assessing referrals, gathering information, and making informed decisions to ensure timely and appropriate interventions.

• Triage and assess incoming contacts and referrals relating to children and families.
• Gather and analyse information from partner agencies to identify risk and determine appropriate outcomes.
• Undertake safeguarding assessments and make recommendations in line with statutory guidance and local procedures.
• Work collaboratively with police, health, education, and other key agencies.
• Ensure that children at risk receive timely and effective interventions.
• Maintain accurate case records and complete reports within required timescales.
• Contribute to strategy discussions and safeguarding decision-making processes.

• Qualified Social Worker with a recognized Social Work qualification.
• Registered with the relevant professional body.
• Previous experience within a MASH, Assessment, Duty & Assessment, or Front Door service.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding legislation, child protection procedures, and statutory guidance.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-agency environment.

• Your own dedicated specialist consultant
• Access to the widest variety of jobs across 150 authorities and private organisations throughout the UK
• Prompt and reliable payroll
• Free DBS and compliance service
• £500 referral fees