Are you a highly experienced and decisive social worker with a passion for frontline safeguarding? Northamptonshire County Council is seeking a dedicated Decision Maker to join its fast-paced Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH). This is a pivotal, senior role at the front door of Children's Services, where your expertise will be crucial in ensuring the immediate safety and well-being of children and young people.
Job Title: Decision Maker - Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
Employer: Northamptonshire County Council
Location: Northamptonshire
Rate of Pay: £33.57 per hour
The Role
As a Decision Maker in the MASH, you will act as a senior point of contact for all incoming safeguarding referrals, making critical decisions in a highly collaborative environment. Your primary responsibilities will include:
Making timely, child-focused decisions on the outcome of MASH enquiries, determining the appropriate level of intervention, whether it is a statutory social work assessment, an Early Help referral, or no further action.
Providing expert consultation and professional guidance to MASH social workers, colleagues, and multi-agency partners.
Working in partnership with embedded professionals from key agencies, including the Police, Health, and Education, to share information and build a comprehensive picture of risk.
Conducting robust risk analyses and authorising the escalation of cases to a Section 47 Child Protection Enquiry.
Ensuring the quality and defensibility of MASH decisions and documentation, contributing to the overall integrity of the service.
Acting as a safeguarding expert, providing advice and direction to colleagues on complex cases.
Apply Now
If you are a compassionate and skilled Social Worker ready for a challenging and rewarding senior role, the council encourages you to apply.
For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Fahmida Ahmed at 07441 927663.
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