Social Worker |MASH Team

Leaders in Care; Wales; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent care recruitment agency seeks an experienced Social Worker in South Wales to join their MASH/Assessment Team. This role involves making critical decisions for vulnerable children and families, working closely with various professionals to ensure effective safeguarding. Candidates must be qualified, registered, and experienced in a similar environment, offering an opportunity for long-term stability and manageable caseloads.

Benefits

Long-term contract offering consistency and stability

Well-established MASH with clear processes

Manageable caseloads

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker.
• Registered with Social Care Wales.
• Previous experience in a MASH, Duty or Assessment Team essential.

Responsibilities

• Make informed decisions to shape the direction of intervention.
• Gather information and ensure appropriate safeguarding responses.
• Cover initial assessments and short-term interventions.

Skills

Strong assessment and analytical skills

Excellent understanding of safeguarding thresholds

Confident working in a fast-paced environment

Effective collaboration with multi-agency partners

Education

Social Work Qualification

Job description

Wanting to work for an effective front door service as part of a MASH Team?

We are currently working with a large, well-structured local authority in South Wales seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their MASH/Assessment Team. This is a pivotal frontline role at the point of referral, where your decisions shape the direction of intervention and support for vulnerable children and families.

Working in a Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), you’ll work closely with professionals from health, education, police, and early help services to gather information, make informed decisions, and ensure appropriate safeguarding responses. The team also covers initial assessments and short-term interventions, with clear handovers to longer-term teams when needed.

Key Benefits

• Long-term contract offering consistency and stability
• Well-established MASH with clear processes and multi-agency cooperation
• Manageable caseloads with clear thresholds and decision-making pathways

About You

• Qualified Social Worker
• Registered with Social Care Wales
• Previous experience in a MASH, Duty or Assessment Team essential
• Confident working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong assessment and analytical skills
• Excellent understanding of safeguarding thresholds and statutory responsibilities
• Able to work effectively with multi-agency partners and under pressure

If you would like to know more, send your CV to [e-mail], or call 0161 249 8195.

If the role isn’t for you, but you know a friend or colleague looking for a change, we are offering a market-leading referral fee of £500 per placement. All you have to do is reach out!

Social Work Wales and Social Work Qualification Required