MASH Social Worker: Frontline Safeguarding & Assessments

Leaders in Care; Wales; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent care recruitment agency seeks an experienced Social Worker in South Wales to join their MASH/Assessment Team. This role involves making critical decisions for vulnerable children and families, working closely with various professionals to ensure effective safeguarding. Candidates must be qualified, registered, and experienced in a similar environment, offering an opportunity for long-term stability and manageable caseloads.

Benefits

Long-term contract offering consistency and stability

Well-established MASH with clear processes

Manageable caseloads

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker.
• Registered with Social Care Wales.
• Previous experience in a MASH, Duty or Assessment Team essential.

Responsibilities

• Make informed decisions to shape the direction of intervention.
• Gather information and ensure appropriate safeguarding responses.
• Cover initial assessments and short-term interventions.

Skills

Strong assessment and analytical skills

Excellent understanding of safeguarding thresholds

Confident working in a fast-paced environment

Effective collaboration with multi-agency partners

Education

Social Work Qualification

Job description

A prominent care recruitment agency seeks an experienced Social Worker in South Wales to join their MASH/Assessment Team. This role involves making critical decisions for vulnerable children and families, working closely with various professionals to ensure effective safeguarding. Candidates must be qualified, registered, and experienced in a similar environment, offering an opportunity for long-term stability and manageable caseloads.