Experienced Social Worker - Adult MASH

Wiltshire
Hybrid Working
Competitive Locum Rate

Caritas Recruitment is currently supporting Wiltshire Council with the recruitment of an Experienced Social Worker to join their Adult Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH).

Adult MASH is the first point of contact for adult safeguarding concerns across Wiltshire, bringing together professionals from a range of agencies to deliver timely, coordinated and person-centred safeguarding responses. The team works closely with health services, police, advocacy providers, voluntary organisations and other key partners to safeguard adults at risk.

The Role

As an Experienced Social Worker, you will undertake complex safeguarding work, provide skilled interventions and work collaboratively with partner agencies to manage risk and achieve positive outcomes for adults with care and support needs. You will promote the key principles of the Care Act, including empowerment, prevention and proportionality, ensuring individuals remain at the centre of decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake safeguarding triage, screening and risk assessments.
  • Manage Section 42 safeguarding enquiries and investigations.
  • Complete complex Care Act and Mental Capacity Act assessments.
  • Develop safeguarding and protection plans focused on outcomes.
  • Provide guidance and support to colleagues on complex safeguarding matters.
  • Work effectively with multi-agency partners to coordinate safeguarding responses.
  • Maintain accurate, timely and high-quality case records and reports.

Requirements

  • Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
  • Strong experience within Adult Social Care and Safeguarding.
  • Sound knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding legislation.
  • Experience of multi-disciplinary working and complex risk management.
  • Excellent assessment, analytical and report-writing skills.

What's on Offer?

  • Hybrid working
  • Supportive multi-agency environment
  • Opportunity to develop specialist safeguarding expertise
  • Collaborative and person-centred service

For more information or to apply, please contact:

Lisa Hallinan
Principal Consultant | Caritas Recruitment
[email protected]
07469 676076

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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