MASH Social Worker: Remote Safeguarding & Assessment

Hampshire County Council; Gosport; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Wellbeing support (EAP)

Career development days

5 personal development days per year

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker for the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) in Havant. You will work in a frontline contact centre, triaging referrals and coordinating responses to safeguard children.

This role is non-face-to-face, requiring professional judgment and strong communication to assess information and determine risk. You will liaise with partner agencies to support timely, effective interventions.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Not suitable for Newly Qualified Social Workers.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Complete multi-agency risk assessments and enhanced screening of safeguarding concerns.
• Undertake Section 47 and Section 17 enquiries to determine appropriate interventions.
• Screen referrals and assess levels of risk and need.
• Analyse historical and current concerns to inform decision-making.
• Liaise with partner agencies to gather information and coordinate responses.
• Provide professional advice to referrers and contribute to multi-agency solutions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multi-agency collaboration

Risk assessment

Education

Social Work degree

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

Hampshire County Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker for the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) in Havant. You will work in a frontline contact centre, triaging referrals and coordinating responses to safeguard children.

This role is non-face-to-face, requiring professional judgment and strong communication to assess information and determine risk. You will liaise with partner agencies to support timely, effective interventions.