Childrens Social Worker MASH #RQ1535074

Semester.co.uk; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A temporary position as an Advanced Practitioner in the MASH team at Wirral Council, focusing on making crucial decisions for children's care. Candidates should have a social work qualification, two years of post-qualifying experience, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a multi-agency framework.

Benefits

Free on-going training opportunities

In-house payroll providing weekly payments

Enhanced DBS completed

Dedicated consultant for support

Various employment opportunities in preferred areas

Qualifications

• At least two years post qualifying experience in statutory childcare.
• SWE registration required.
• Experience in a front-line setting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Daily allocation of MASH referrals and management.
• Make effective and timely decisions involving child protection.
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies.

Skills

Decision Making

Collaboration

Child Protection

Knowledge of legislation

Education

Recognised social work qualification

Job description

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

Wirral is home to vibrant, energetic and engaged communities, people who take real ownership of their local area and are passionate about making Wirral a better place. The council and its partners have pledged to #BeTheDifference. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet by 2025. To achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are driven and ready to deliver the very best for our communities – #BeTheDifference. An exciting opportunity has arisen to work for Wirral Council within the Integrated Front Door MASH Team. This is an Advanced Practitioner position We are seeking social work qualified and experienced Advanced Practitioner to join Wirral’s Integrated Front Door Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH). Wirral’s MASH is the ¿front door¿ for all new referrals for children who may need early help support or children’s social care intervention, making important decisions about which services children need. We are committed to delivering excellent social work practice and services to our children and families. Our goal is to make the right decisions, at the right time and so help set a positive journey for all children. As a MASH Advanced Social Worker, you will work within a structure of the MASH teams aligned to 1 team Manager. As a MASH advanced social worker, you will be responsible for a daily allocation of MASH referrals, management, direction, oversight and authorisation. Candidates will need to have significant post qualifying experience and hold a recognised social work qualification and be SWE registered. Furthermore, you will have at least two years post qualifying experience in statutory childcare setting to support your ability for this role including in a statutory childcare setting. Prior MASH experience is useful but not essential Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate good experience, knowledge and skills of ability to work in front line setting; being able to work with a complex and diverse range of needs and risks; and making effective and timely decisions involving child protection, child in need and Early Help interventions. Candidates will need to have had working positively with partner agencies and ability to develop collaborative working relationships with children and their families. Candidates will need to have good knowledge and understanding of legislative framework, relevant research and national developments, and policies relating to children’s social care.

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP

What’s on offer for the Social Worker

· Excellent competitive pay rate – paid weekly!

· Excellent management structure with experienced leaders

· Desirable location with excellent transport links

· A stable and well-supported working environment

Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk:

Free on-going training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you.

Competitive Rates of pay

In house payroll, providing weekly payments and support

Enhanced DBS completed.

Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated and friendly team

An assigned dedicated & experienced consultant

Various employment opportunities in your preferred geographical area

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