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Salary: Up to 46,704 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Make an impact where it matters most!
We're seeking a dedicated Senior Social Worker/Decision Maker to join our fast-paced Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) team. This is an exciting opportunity to drive forward improved services and deliver positive outcomes for children, young people, and families in collaboration with external partners.
About the Role:
As a Senior Social Worker, you will:
- Deliver high-quality casework decisions and operational supervision.
- Make informed safety decisions for children within 24 hours of referral.
- Collaborate closely with MASH partners, ensuring the child's voice is central to all decisions.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, subject to an enhanced DBS certificate and a Barred List check.
About You:
- Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in a 'Front Door' service.
- Committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for children and families.
Our Benefits:
We value and invest in our workforce, offering a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Induction and training: 2-day induction programme and Signs of Safety training.
- Learning and development: Extensive career development opportunities.
- Flexible working: Family-friendly arrangements and enhanced maternity benefits.
- Wellbeing support: Employee Assistance Programme and monthly quality supervision.
- Financial perks: Local government pension scheme, SWE registration paid yearly, and an employee discount scheme.
- Leave entitlement: 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase up to 25 additional days.
About Us:
At Northamptonshire Children's Trust, children, young people, and families are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to achieving the best outcomes, working in a culture of support, kindness, and innovation.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and actively promote equality, diversity, and inclusion across our workforce.
Join us and be part of a dedicated team where your work truly makes a difference.
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