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Social Worker
Job Posted: 3 days ago
Salary: £ 35 - 40 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
Expire in: 24 days
Job Description
Opus people solutions on behalf of Suffolk County Council have an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join their Children's MASH Team.
Job Title: Social Worker - MASH
Length of assignment: 3 Months
Hours per week: 37
Hourly rate: £35-£40
Location: Landmark House, Ipswich
Remote/Office based: Hybrid - 3 Days a week in the office
About the Role:
Suffolk MASH receives and processes all safeguarding referrals of children at risk of harm and abuse.
It consists of around 60 professionals from health, police, fire services, education, social care, probation, youth justice, mental health services and housing.
Key Responsibilities:
Risk Assessment: Conduct timely assessments of referrals received by the MASH team, identifying risks and making informed decisions about the level of intervention required.
Information Gathering: Work collaboratively with partner agencies such as police, health, and education to gather relevant information to support safeguarding decisions.
Safeguarding Response: Make clear and concise recommendations on safeguarding actions, including signposting to appropriate services or escalation for further child protection interventions.
Multi-Agency Collaboration: Liaise with professionals from various sectors to ensure a coordinated response to child protection concerns, promoting the safety and welfare of children.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on case management systems, ensuring compliance with Suffolk County Council's policies and safeguarding standards.
Crisis Management: Respond to urgent safeguarding concerns, managing risk effectively and ensuring immediate actions are taken to protect children from harm.
Legal Proceedings: Where necessary, prepare reports for court proceedings and represent the MASH team in legal matters relating to child protection.Skills:
Social Work England Registered
Driving License
3 years post qualifying experienceIf you thrive to make a difference and have 3 years Social worker experience and this is the role for you, then we would love to hear from youBefore You Apply
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