Social Worker - MASH

Peterborough Borough Council are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join their team to triage new referrals into MASH. A successful candidate will have a sound knowledge of threshold application, making timely decisions for children and being able to remain calm under pressure. You will have the ability to work independently and as part of a team and will report to the Team Managers within MASH.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join a stable team who has children at the heart of all decision making. The Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) is based at Sand Martin House and co‑located with Police, Health, Education, Housing, Independent Domestic Violence Advocates, Early Help Hub and the Assessment Service. The MASH triages new referrals for children and makes a decision as to whether intervention and support is required for children and families.

The team includes a Service Manager, Team Managers, Senior Practitioners, Social Workers and Children's Advice and Information Officers. We are seeking a motivated and confident Social Worker to join our established Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside a wide range of partner agencies, helping ensure children receive the right support and intervention at the right time.

Location:

Sand Martin House, Bittern Way, PE2 8TY
Rate: £39.00 per hour

Contract:

Temporary

Hours:

37 hours per week Office Requirements:
Office-based 3 days per week

• Triage and screen new referrals received into the MASH.
• Gather and analyse information from partner agencies to assess risk and identify levels of need.
• Apply safeguarding thresholds confidently and consistently.
• Make timely decisions regarding intervention, support, and safeguarding actions.
• Undertake robust risk assessments and formulate recommendations.
• Work closely with partner agencies to ensure effective multi‑agency safeguarding arrangements.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date case records.
• Contribute to a child‑centred service that promotes positive outcomes and protects children from harm.
• Support the delivery of high‑quality safeguarding practice within statutory timescales.

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Experience with in Children's Social Care, particularly safeguarding and assessment services.
• Strong understanding of threshold application and statutory safeguarding responsibilities.
• Ability to make sound decisions in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience of risk assessment and information analysis.
• Excellent communication and partnership‑working skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multi‑agency team.
• Calm, organised, and resilient under pressure.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. A DBS check may be applicable for this role, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.