Exciting Social Worker Opportunity with Darlington Borough Council - MASH Team (Children's Initial Advice Team)

Darlington Borough Council is looking for a skilled Social Worker to join their Children's Initial Advice Team (CIAT) within the MASH (Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub). This is a unique, rewarding opportunity to work at the heart of safeguarding children in Darlington.

Why Join Us?

• As a Social Worker in the Childrens Initial Advice Team, you will collaborate with a diverse group of professionals from early help services, police, health, education, and other key partners. Together, you'll help ensure children and families receive the right support, at the right time, with no delays. Our team is dedicated to relationship-based practice, providing timely intervention to keep children safe and supported.

Key Responsibilities:

• Risk Assessment: Assess incoming contact information from various sources, including families, professionals, and agencies.
• Effective Decision-Making: Make swift, well-informed decisions regarding the next steps, whether it's family support, early help, or social care intervention.
• Collaboration: Work alongside key partners to ensure children and families receive comprehensive support.
• Agile Working: This non-case holding role offers flexible, agile working, allowing you to work remotely or within office settings as needed.
• What We're Looking For:
• Experience in Children's Social Care: A broad understanding of children's social care, from Early Help through to care proceedings and adoption, is essential.
• Strong Risk Assessment Skills: You must have significant experience in identifying and managing risk in child protection cases.
• Passion for Safeguarding: A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is crucial.

About the Role:

• Role Type: Non-case holding role within the Children's Initial Advice Team (CIAT)
• Model: Uses the Professor David Thorpe model of practice
• Pay Rate: £200.09 per day
• Location: Darlington, with agile working options

How to Apply:

If this is an opportunity you are interested in, please contact me on 020 8152 8922 or email me on

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