MASH Practice Manager / Senior Social Worker - Thurrock Council
Location: Civic Offices, New Road, Grays, Essex, RM17 6SL
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Initial 12 weeks
Working pattern: Minimum of 2 days per week in the office
Pay rate: Negotiable, depending on experience and interview
Your daily responsibilities will include
- Providing practice leadership, guidance and support to social workers and multi-agency professionals within the MASH team.
- Overseeing child protection, Children in Need and Early Help contacts, ensuring timely and proportionate safeguarding decisions.
- Undertaking complex risk assessments and making informed decisions regarding thresholds and appropriate interventions.
- Supporting effective information sharing and collaboration with Police, Health, Education, Children's Services and Early Help partners.
- Providing quality assurance and promoting compliance with legislation, statutory guidance and local safeguarding procedures.
- Deputising for the Team Manager when required and contributing to service development and improvement.
- Championing Signs of Safety principles and supporting the implementation of the Families First agenda.
Essential Requirements
- Social Work qualification (Degree, Master's, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent).
- Current registration with Social Work England.
- Significant post-qualification experience within Children's Social Care, including MASH, front-door safeguarding, child protection and Early Help.
- Experience working at Senior Practitioner level or above, with practice leadership and decision-making responsibilities.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding thresholds, risk assessment, relevant legislation and Working Together to Safeguard Children.
- Knowledge of universal support, Early Help services and multi-agency working.
- Commitment to strengths-based, relationship-focused practice and Signs of Safety.
- Enhanced DBS with Children's Barred List check required.
- Ability to attend the office at least two days per week.
Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy
- Dedicated recruitment consultant providing ongoing support.
- Twice-weekly payroll.
- DBS support, including payment where applicable.
- Referral bonus for successfully recommending a candidate.
- Bonus for finding your own placement, subject to eligibility.
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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MASH Practice Manager / Senior Social Worker - Thurrock in Grays employer: Eden Brown Synergy
Gateshead Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and well-being. As part of the Independent Living Service, you will have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team while making a meaningful impact in the community. With competitive pay rates and a commitment to quality assurance, this role provides a rewarding environment for professional growth in a vibrant local authority setting.
