Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? If so, we’d love to hear from you! Come and join East Sussex as a Caseworker in our outstanding MASH team.
The Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) is where professionals from social care, the police, health, housing and other services come together to protect children who may be at risk. It plays a vital role in making sure families get the right help when they need it most.
We’re looking for a caring and committed Caseworker to join our team. Your day-to-day work will include talking with parents/carers about the needs of their children, providing advice and contributing to decision making about support. You’ll also help by gathering and sharing information with other agencies, and by preparing assessments that highlight when children may need extra support, particularly those with special educational needs.
This is a role where no two days are the same. The team is fast-moving and busy, but also hugely rewarding. Together, we respond to all requests for help across East Sussex, and we aim to make sure every family gets a decision within set timescales. That means the work you do has a direct and immediate impact on the lives of children and young people.
You’ll be part of a supportive team where your efforts are recognised, and where you’ll be able to develop your skills and experience. This is your chance to be part of something that truly matters, helping children and families find the support they need to build safer and brighter futures.
The person we are looking for will have:
- QCF level 2 in English and Maths or ability to pass assessment at interview.
- Knowledge and understanding of the Children Act 1989.
- Understanding of Working Together, with specific reference to Information Sharing.
- Ability to organise and prioritise work appropriately, working to tight deadlines with a flexible approach to work.
- Ability to undertake basic assessment work, identifying risk and protective factors and to be able to work independently and within a team.
Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above. When submitting your CV and supporting statement please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education or personal interests.
For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI.
Interviews will take place face to face within two weeks of the closing date at St Mary’s House, Eastbourne.
Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Jody Day - Jody.Day@Eastsussex.gov.uk
A workforce for the community, from the community.
We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community. We particularly encourage applications from groups that are underrepresented in our current workforce:
Black and ethnic minority backgrounds, those who are disabled, men and those who identify as LGBTQ+. We are working towards recruiting a workforce that reflects our community because we recognise the unique skills, experience and perspectives that each individual brings.
Choose East Sussex!
Contact Details:
East Sussex County Council Recruitment Team
