MASH Social Worker – Safeguarding & Early Intervention

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Wellbeing support

Training opportunities

Staff discounts

Job summary

City of Doncaster Council is seeking a qualified Social Worker for the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) in Doncaster. You will join a skilled, multi-agency team to safeguard children and families, making timely, evidence-based decisions with a focus on Early Help and statutory interventions.

The role offers a full-time, permanent position (37 hours per week) with a Grade 9 salary of £40,778 to £45,092 (pay award pending). Shortlisting from 28th September; informal chat available.

Qualifications

• You will be a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in Children’s Social Care and child protection practice is desirable.
• Demonstrates assessment, analysis and professional judgement.
• Ability to apply thresholds and make evidence-based decisions.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands.

Responsibilities

• Assess and screen contacts and safeguarding referrals.
• Gather and analyse information from partner agencies.
• Identify risk and protective factors for children and families.
• Make threshold decisions regarding Early Help, Child in Need and Child Protection.
• Participate in strategy discussions and safeguarding decision-making.
• Provide professional advice and consultation to partner agencies.
• Produce concise, high-quality assessments and records.
• Ensure the voice of the child informs all decision-making.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Partnership working

Decision-making

Education

Social Work degree or qualification

Job description

City of Doncaster Council is seeking a qualified Social Worker for the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) in Doncaster. You will join a skilled, multi-agency team to safeguard children and families, making timely, evidence-based decisions with a focus on Early Help and statutory interventions.

The role offers a full-time, permanent position (37 hours per week) with a Grade 9 salary of £40,778 to £45,092 (pay award pending). Shortlisting from 28th September; informal chat available.