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Social Worker – MASH
Salary: £42,771 – £49,056 plus £2,500 Recruitment & Retention Allowance
Location: London Borough of Barking & Dagenham
Barking & Dagenham is committed to building a resilient community through prevention, early intervention, and strong support across Adults’ and Children’s Services. We’re seeking an experienced and passionate Social Worker to join our Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) – the front door for referrals into Children’s Social Care.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a co-located service alongside partners from the Police, Health, Education, IDVA Services and Housing. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring the right decisions are made at the right time for children and families, working in a culture that combines high support and high challenge to promote great practice and strong outcomes.
About the Role You’ll manage a fast-paced caseload, screening and assessing referrals, applying sound professional judgment, and ensuring robust multi-agency collaboration. Your work will directly influence the support families receive and the outcomes children experience.
You’ll be encouraged to work independently, use initiative, and contribute to a supportive, learning-focused environment. Barking & Dagenham’s Children’s Services are entering an exciting new phase of improvement, making this an ideal time to join a forward-thinking, dynamic service.
About You You will:
Hold a recognised Social Work qualification and Social Work England registration.
Have post-ASYE experience within a MASH or frontline children’s service.
Be analytical, inquisitive, and confident in making evidence-based decisions.
Demonstrate strong communication and partnership skills.
Be committed to relationship-based practice and continuous professional development.Why Join Barking & Dagenham?
Salary range £42,771 – £49,056 plus £2,500 Recruitment & Retention Allowance
Generous pension and relocation package
Up to 30 days annual leave
Continuous professional development and training
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive environmentJoin us in shaping the future for children and families in one of London’s most diverse and ambitious boroughs.
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