Impactful Social Worker – MASH Integrated Front Door

West Sussex County Council; Horsham; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

West Sussex County Council is recruiting a Social Worker for the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) at the Integrated Front Door in Horsham. You will deliver high-quality safeguarding support to vulnerable children and young people as part of a fast-moving, collaborative team.

You will join small practice teams led by a Team Manager, with ongoing CPD and development opportunities, including research resources, learning days and generous annual leave.

Qualifications

• Analytical approach to complex information and data to support planning and decisions.
• Collaborate with partners to assess needs and deliver outcomes.
• Clear, effective communication with diverse audiences.
• recognised Social Work qualification through approved degree/certification.
• Post-qualifying training with at least one year of experience and professional registration.
• Knowledge of social work theories and anti-discrimination practice.
• Able to travel independently around the county; pool cars/bikes available.

Responsibilities

• Provide first point of contact for children and families within MASH.
• Contribute to safeguarding practice and statutory requirements.
• Develop practice with partner agencies to deliver best outcomes for children.

Skills

Data interpretation

Team collaboration

Verbal and written comms

Social Work qualification

Post-qual training

Professional registration

Travel ability

Education

Degree in Social Work

Postgraduate Certificate in Social Work

DipSW / CQSW

Job description

West Sussex County Council is recruiting a Social Worker for the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) at the Integrated Front Door in Horsham. You will deliver high-quality safeguarding support to vulnerable children and young people as part of a fast-moving, collaborative team.

You will join small practice teams led by a Team Manager, with ongoing CPD and development opportunities, including research resources, learning days and generous annual leave.