Senior Safeguarding Practitioner – MASH Lead (Hybrid)

Suffolk Jobs Direct; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Safeguarding Senior Practitioner to lead a multi-agency team in Ipswich. You will oversee safeguarding cases, triage concerns, and drive decision-making, while collaborating with professionals from various sectors. Ideal candidates will have a Social Work qualification, experience in safeguarding, and exemplary communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and supports flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding and multi-agency working.
• Ability to manage a fast-paced workload.
• Experience in assessing referrals against statutory criteria.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dynamic multi-agency team.
• Triage incoming safeguarding concerns.
• Allocate and oversee priority work.
• Chair strategy meetings and lead decision-making.
• Interpret data, conduct audits, and identify emerging themes.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Adult Social Care and the Care Act 2014

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organisational skills

Confidence in chairing meetings

Ability to prioritise and risk-assess

Resilience and reflective approach

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Safeguarding Senior Practitioner to lead a multi-agency team in Ipswich. You will oversee safeguarding cases, triage concerns, and drive decision-making, while collaborating with professionals from various sectors. Ideal candidates will have a Social Work qualification, experience in safeguarding, and exemplary communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and supports flexible working arrangements.