Permanent Multi-Agency Safeguarding - Senior Social Worker

Social Personnel; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's protection agency in Northamptonshire is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their busy MASH team. You'll ensure children's safety with high-quality casework decisions and collaboration with partners. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience and is passionate about safeguarding children. Competitive benefits include a £4,000 Welcome Bonus and flexible working options.

Benefits

£4,000 Welcome Bonus

Up to £8,000 Relocation Support

Annual SWE Registration Paid

Retention Bonus for long-term staff

28 days leave + 8 bank holidays

LGPS pension scheme + life cover

Flexible & family-friendly working

Employee Assistance Programme & staff discounts

Funded Learning & Development pathways

Subsidised parking scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Front Door/MASH service (post-ASYE).
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-agency environment.
• Passionate about driving positive outcomes for families.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality casework decisions and operational supervision on referrals.
• Collaborate with MASH partners to identify risk early.
• Ensure the voice of the child is central in every decision.

Skills

Decision-making skills

Collaboration

Child safeguarding

Education

Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England

Job description

Overview

Senior Social Worker - MASH Team - Northamptonshire

I'm currently recruiting on behalf of Northamptonshire Children's Trust for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their busy Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic service that plays a vital role in protecting children and young people.

Responsibilities

• You'll provide high-quality casework decisions and operational supervision on referrals, ensuring children's safety is assessed within 24 hours.
• Work collaboratively with MASH partners, sharing information and expertise to identify risk early.
• Ensure that the voice of the child is central in every decision.
• Support excellence in practice, with clear opportunities for professional development.

About You

• Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Front Door/MASH service (post-ASYE).
• Strong decision-making skills, able to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-agency environment.
• Passionate about safeguarding children and driving positive outcomes for families.

Benefits

• £4,000 Welcome Bonus
• Up to £8,000 Relocation Support
• Annual SWE Registration Paid
• Retention Bonus for long-term staff
• 28 days leave + 8 bank holidays (plus extra after 5 years)
• LGPS pension scheme + life cover
• Flexible & family-friendly working
• Employee Assistance Programme & staff discounts
• Funded Learning & Development pathways
• Subsidised parking scheme

Why Apply Through Me?

As a specialist recruiter in the social care sector at Social Personnel, I'll support you through every step of the process — from polishing your CV to preparing for interview. I work directly with the hiring managers, so I can give you the inside track on what they're looking for.

If you're interested, apply today via this advert or contact me, Clint at Social Personnel, for a confidential chat about the role.