Social Worker - MASH

Opus People Solutions Limited; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Opus People Solutions Limited is recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join the Peterborough Borough Council MASH team to triage new referrals, assess risk, and determine safeguarding needs. Based at Sand Martin House, the role involves coordinating with police, health, education and other partners to safeguard children.

The post requires a qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration, experience in Children’s Social Care and the ability to work under pressure

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Experience within Children's Social Care and safeguarding.
• Ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Triage and screen new referrals into the MASH.
• Gather and analyse information from partner agencies to assess risk and need.
• Apply safeguarding thresholds confidently and consistently.
• Make timely decisions regarding intervention and safeguarding actions.
• Undertake robust risk assessments and formulate recommendations.
• Work with partner agencies to ensure effective multi-agency safeguarding.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records.
• Contribute to a child-centred service that promotes positive outcomes.
• Support safeguarding practice within statutory timescales.

Skills

Registration with Social Work England

Social Work degree

Education

Bachelor degree in Social Work

Job description

About the Role

Peterborough Borough Council are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join their team to triage new referrals into MASH. A successful candidate will have a sound knowledge of threshold application, making timely decisions for children and being able to remain calm under pressure. You will have the ability to work independently and as part of a team and will report to the Team Managers within MASH.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join a stable team who has children at the heart of all decision making. The Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) is based at Sand Martin House and co‑located with Police, Health, Education, Housing, Independent Domestic Violence Advocates, Early Help Hub and the Assessment Service. The MASH triages new referrals for children and makes a decision as to whether intervention and support is required for children and families. The team includes a Service Manager, Team Managers, Senior Practitioners, Social Workers and Children's Advice and Information Officers. We are seeking a motivated and confident Social Worker to join our established Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside a wide range of partner agencies, helping ensure children receive the right support and intervention at the right time.

Location: Sand Martin House, Bittern Way, PE2 8TYRate: £39.00 per hourContract: TemporaryHours: 37 hours per weekOffice Requirements: Office-based 3 days per week

Key Responsibilities

• Triage and screen new referrals received into the MASH.
• Gather and analyse information from partner agencies to assess risk and identify levels of need.
• Apply safeguarding thresholds confidently and consistently.
• Make timely decisions regarding intervention, support, and safeguarding actions.
• Undertake robust risk assessments and formulate recommendations.
• Work closely with partner agencies to ensure effective multi‑agency safeguarding arrangements.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date case records.
• Contribute to a child‑centred service that promotes positive outcomes and protects children from harm.
• Support the delivery of high‑quality safeguarding practice within statutory timescales.

About You

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Experience within Children's Social Care, particularly safeguarding and assessment services.
• Strong understanding of threshold application and statutory safeguarding responsibilities.
• Ability to make sound decisions in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience of risk assessment and information analysis.
• Excellent communication and partnership‑working skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multi‑agency team.
• Calm, organised, and resilient under pressure.

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.