Social Worker – MASH / Front Door Team

<div>Liquid Personnel is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its client's MASH (Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub) / Front Door Team based in South Tyneside. This is a non-case holding role, offering flexible hours and hybrid working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.<br><br></div> <div>MASH experience is preferred, and you will be part of a dynamic team that plays a critical role in safeguarding children and families by managing referrals and ensuring timely, effective decision-making.<br><br></div> <div><strong>What will your responsibilities be?</strong></div> <ul> <li>Screen and assess incoming referrals to identify risks and determine appropriate next steps.</li> <li>Work collaboratively with partner agencies to share information and ensure coordinated safeguarding responses.</li> <li>Apply professional judgment to make threshold decisions in line with statutory guidance and local procedures.</li> <li>Maintain accurate records and contribute to high-quality reporting for safeguarding purposes.</li> <li>Participate in team discussions and reflective practice sessions to support continuous improvement.</li> </ul> <div><strong>Benefits:</strong></div> <ul> <li>Flexible working hours and hybrid arrangements.</li> <li>Supportive team environment with regular supervision.</li> <li>Competitive hourly rate.</li> </ul> <div><strong>Qualifications &amp; Experience:</strong></div> <ul> <li>Social Work England registration.</li> <li>Eligible to work in the UK.</li> <li>Degree level or equivalent in Social Work.</li> <li>Post-qualified experience (MASH experience desirable).</li> <li>Full UK driving licence.</li> </ul> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Why Liquid Personnel?</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li class="x_MsoNormal">&nbsp;Free DBS and compliance service</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Twice weekly payroll and ‘Faster Pay’ service, getting you paid more quickly</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Access to exclusive roles that aren’t available from other agencies</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">“Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">“Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us *</li> </ul> <p class="x_MsoNormal">Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Liquid Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. * Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong>Reasonable Adjustments:</strong></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal">If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal">We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal">BH - 194371<br>GH - 33212</p>