Qualified Social Worker – MASH – Surrey

Role:  Qualified Social Worker  
Location:  Surrey
Team: MASH 
Pay:  up to £38 per hour
Contract: Full-Time Locum
In the office: Hybrid

Surrey Council is dedicated to providing outstanding services to our community, ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents. Our Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) plays a critical role in protecting vulnerable adults by facilitating effective information sharing and decision-making among professionals.

Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Qualified Social Worker to join our MASH team. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a range of agencies to ensure the timely and effective safeguarding of adults at risk. This is a challenging yet rewarding role that requires a thorough understanding of adult safeguarding practices and the ability to make critical decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough assessments of risk and need for adults referred to the MASH team.
• Gather and analyse information from multiple agencies to inform decision-making.
• Collaborate closely with professionals from health, police, housing, and other partner agencies.
• Develop and implement safeguarding plans to protect adults at risk.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of all interactions and decisions made.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and Surrey Council’s policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• Social Work England Registration: Must be registered as a Social Worker with Social Work England.
• Experience: Proven experience working within a MASH team or a similar multi-agency environment.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of adult safeguarding legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Skills: Excellent communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Team Player: Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexibility: Adaptable and able to manage a dynamic and varied workload.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rates up to £38 per hour.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable adults.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.

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