MASH Sr. Social Worker - Suffolk ( Pilot Team )
Senior Social Worker - MASH (Pilot Team)
Suffolk County Council
Location: Landmark House, Ipswich, IP1 5PF
Rate: Up to £42 per hour (Umbrella)
Hours: 37 hours per week (potentially 30 hours across 4 days)
Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days remote)
Suffolk County Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join an exciting new pilot team within MASH. This role offers a great opportunity to be part of an evolving service, with a strong focus on assessments and direct work with families, supporting early intervention and improved outcomes.
About the Role:
This pilot team will play a key role in developing the IFD Assessment Team, aligned with the Family First Partnership Programme. The aim is to provide timely support to families at the earliest opportunity, preventing unnecessary escalation into long-term social work teams.
Key responsibilities include:
- Undertaking safeguarding screening, assessments, and direct visits with families
- Gathering and analysing multi-agency information to inform decision-making
- Supporting early intervention to reduce risk and improve outcomes
- Working within a fast-paced MASH environment
- Contributing to the development and success of this new pilot team
Requirements:
- Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
- Strong experience within MASH / Front Door Services
- Confident in risk assessment, threshold decision-making, and safeguarding
- Ability to work both independently and within a developing team structure
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking authority and contribute to shaping a new way of working within MASH, with a strong emphasis on early help and quality practice.
Essential Requirements:
- Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent
- At least 3 years' experience as a social worker within children's services
- Social Work England Registration
- Driving license and access to own vehicle
If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to Adarsh Parihar at or call on 020 8152 8922.
Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
- DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
- Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
- Bonus for finding your own job
- Twice weekly payroll
- Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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