Senior Social Worker/decision Maker - Multi-agency Safeguarding Hub Northampton, United Kingdom £45775 - £47871 Full Time Apply By 13 April, 2026 Job Posted Date 30 March, 2026

Northamptonshire Children's Trust

Northampton, United Kingdom
Base: £45,775 - £47,871; bonus: £4,000 welcome bon...
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Qualified social worker with asye completion
3 years front door service experience
Registered with social work england
** Northamptonshire Children’s Trust is seeking a Senior Social Worker for their Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) to ensure the safety of children through effective collaboration and decision-making. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in a front-door service, demonstrating a commitment to best practices in social work. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing high-quality case work decisions and operational supervision to ensure the safety of children within 24 hours of referral.
  • Candidates will collaborate with MASH partners to share information and identify risks to children at an early stage in Northamptonshire.
  • The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package including a £4,000 recruitment welcome bonus, up to £8,000 relocation costs, and a local government pension scheme.

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** Northamptonshire Children’s Trust is seeking a Senior Social Worker for their Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) to ensure the safety of children through effective collaboration and decision-making. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in a front-door service, demonstrating a commitment to best practices in social work. **

Salary

Base: £45775 - £47871; Bonus: £4000 Welcome Bonus available; Benefits: Pension, 28 days leave plus bank holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Qualified social worker with ASYE completion
  • 3 years Front Door service experience
  • Registered with Social Work England
  • Ability to make safety decisions within 24 hours
  • Collaborative multi-agency partnership skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Signs of Safety approach
  • Knowledge of systemic practice methods
  • Commitment to inclusive organizational culture
  • Passion for supporting children and families

Key Requirements

  • Qualified Social Worker status
  • Completion of ASYE program
  • Minimum 3 years Front Door experience
  • Registration with Social Work England

Work Rights

Not specified

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