Social Worker - Mash in Colindale, Cumbria

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Job Title: Social Worker - MASH Team in Colindale

Are you ready for an exciting new opportunity? Join the London Borough of Barnet as a Social Worker in the dynamic Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Team based in Colindale. With an attractive pay rate of £37.52 per hour, this locum role offers an ongoing contract with flexibility in working hours. You could work from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, or choose flexible or part-time options that suit your lifestyle. Our team is located at the vibrant 2 Bristol Avenue, Colindale, London (NW9 4EW).

Perks and benefits:
- Enjoy the autonomy and flexibility that comes from locum work, allowing you to explore different aspects of social work without long-term commitments.
- Benefit from professional growth opportunities, as you engage with various professionals and develop a versatile skill set in social work.
- Enjoy an enticing pay rate of £37.52 per hour which offers financial stability and rewards your expertise.
- Be part of a collaborative team where your insights and contributions are valued, providing an enriching professional environment every day.
- Colindale’s excellent transport links and vibrant community make it a fantastic place both to live and work, while still being close to the heart of London.

What you will do:
- Carry out Multi-Agency Risk Assessments ensuring thorough evaluation of each situation.
- Communicate timely with families via phone and in-person, keeping everyone informed and involved.
- Analyse historical and current concerns to make well-rounded decisions.
- Adhere to relevant timescales for all activities and ensure efficient case management.
- Maintain accurate case records and documentation of all actions and decisions.
- Offer clear telephone advice to agency referrers about appropriate actions and expected outcomes.
- Respond to Section 47 enquiries to assess risk and need for children and families involved.
- Complete enhanced screenings of cases to support informed decision-making.
- Make informed threshold decisions to guide appropriate referrals and actions.
- Provide signposting to locality services, ensuring families access the right resources.
- Attend and actively participate in strategy meetings and multi-agency gatherings.
- Ensure that appropriate investigative pathways are followed for ongoing cases.

Requirements of the Social Worker:
- A Degree or equivalent qualification in social work is required.
- Current registration with Social Work England is essential.
- Significant frontline experience in Social Services within the UK is needed; being a qualified Social Worker means you’ll navigate this role with confidence.

Colindale offers a vibrant community lifestyle, with convenient transport links to central London, excellent local amenities, and a welcoming cultural diversity. It’s a wonderful place to advance your career while enjoying a satisfying work-life balance. Join us and make a flourishing impact within the MASH Team in Colindale!

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