Hybrid Early Help Social Worker – MASH Focus

St Helens Council; Earlestown; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

St Helens Council is seeking an Early Help Social Worker on a fixed-term contract to 31 March 2029. Based within the Children’s Services framework, you will screen contacts, assess needs and plan support for families and young people, coordinating with partner agencies to gather a full picture.

This hybrid role requires a recognised Social Work qualification, Enhanced DBS and registration with Social Work England.

Qualifications

• A qualification in Social Work is required.
• Enhanced DBS disclosure and Social Work England registration required.
• Experience in a Multi-Agency Safeguarding environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Screen contacts that have not met threshold for Children's Social Care and assess support needs.
• Recommend a plan of support where needed to help families access services.
• Liaise with partner agencies to gather a full picture of a child’s lived experiences and risks.

Skills

Multi-agency working

Risk assessment

Liaison with partners

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

St Helens Council is seeking an Early Help Social Worker on a fixed-term contract to 31 March 2029. Based within the Children’s Services framework, you will screen contacts, assess needs and plan support for families and young people, coordinating with partner agencies to gather a full picture.

This hybrid role requires a recognised Social Work qualification, Enhanced DBS and registration with Social Work England.