Social Work Team Manager - MASH Northampton, Northamptonshire Up to £42.00 / hour

Oakpark Security Systems Ltd; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Northamptonshire Children's Trust is seeking an experienced MASH Team Manager to lead a busy safeguarding hub in Northampton. You will oversee screening and decision-making on referrals related to children and families, ensuring timely responses and strong inter-agency collaboration.

The role requires a qualified social worker with SW England registration, ASYE completed, and substantial frontline experience in MASH or safeguarding, plus leadership skills to guide a skilled team in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• DfE ASYE completed with at least 3 years' permanent experience as a statutory Children's Social Worker.
• Significant experience within Children's Services, including MASH, Assessment, or Safeguarding teams.
• Previous Management or Supervisory experience within a Social Work setting.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, safeguarding procedures, and statutory guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team within the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub.
• Oversee the assessment and screening of referrals relating to children and families.
• Provide clear management oversight and support to social workers and practitioners.
• Ensure safeguarding concerns are identified and responded to effectively and promptly.
• Work in partnership with internal teams and external agencies to promote positive outcomes for children.
• Monitor performance, quality assurance, and compliance with statutory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Collaboration

Education

Social Work degree

Social Work England registration

Job description

LocationNorthampton, NorthamptonshireSalaryUp to£42.00/hrJob TypeTemporaryJob DisciplineSocial Work**About the Role** Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of Northamptonshire Children's Trust for an experienced and motivated MASH Team Manager to lead and support a busy Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH). This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Manager to oversee the effective screening, decision-making, and management of referrals concerning children and families, ensuring timely and proportionate safeguarding responses. You will provide leadership to a dedicated team while working collaboratively with partner agencies to deliver the best possible outcomes for children.**Location: Criminal Justice Centre, 700 Pavilion Drive, Northampton, NN4 7SL** **Rate: £42.00 per hour (Umbrella rate)** **Contract: Temporary** **Hours: 37 hours per week** **Office Requirements: Hybrid Working - 2 days office-based, 3 days remote****Key Responsibilities*** Lead and manage a team within the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub.* Oversee the assessment and screening of referrals relating to children and families.* Provide clear management oversight and support to social workers and practitioners.* Ensure safeguarding concerns are identified and responded to effectively and promptly.* Work in partnership with internal teams and external agencies to promote positive outcomes for children.* Monitor performance, quality assurance, and compliance with statutory requirements.* Support service development and drive continuous improvement within the team.**About You*** Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.* DfE ASYE completed with at least 3 years' permanent experience as a statutory Children's Social Worker.* Significant experience within Children's Services, including MASH, Assessment, or Safeguarding teams.* Previous Management or Supervisory experience within a Social Work setting.* Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, safeguarding procedures, and statutory guidance.* Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.* Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced multi-agency environment.For more information or to apply, please get in touch with the Opus People Solutions team today. We look forward to hearing from you.*This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. A DBS check may be applicable for this role, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.*