Safeguarding Social Worker – MASH Lead (Hybrid)
Northumberland County Council
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Job summary
Northumberland County Council is recruiting a qualified Social Worker to join the MASH and Adult Safeguarding Team in Morpeth. The role involves triaging safeguarding referrals within 24 hours and working with Police, Health and housing partners to keep adults safe.
You will assess risk, carry out home visits, and support safeguarding plans that respect individuals’ needs and preferences. Hybrid working is available, with office presence required three days a week.
Qualifications
- Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
- Successfully completed the UK Skills for Care ASYE programme.
- Full driving licence and ability to use a car for work purposes.
Responsibilities
- Carry out triage of new safeguarding referrals within 24 hours.
- Assess and analyse risk and strengths; implement safety planning.
- Liaise with clients via telephone and conduct home visits.
- Work within a multi-agency safeguarding hub with key partners.
- Undertake or support Section 42 enquiries as required.
- Develop person-centred safeguarding plans and ensure Making Safeguarding Personal.
- Maintain accurate, high-quality recording and documentation.
- Conduct unannounced visits to organisations with safeguarding concerns.
- Identify immediate risk of harm and escalate to line manager.
- Meet tight timescales within Triage and MASH.
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Job description
Northumberland County Council is recruiting a qualified Social Worker to join the MASH and Adult Safeguarding Team in Morpeth. The role involves triaging safeguarding referrals within 24 hours and working with Police, Health and housing partners to keep adults safe.
You will assess risk, carry out home visits, and support safeguarding plans that respect individuals’ needs and preferences. Hybrid working is available, with office presence required three days a week.
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