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Posted: 27 July
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Children’s Social Care Team Manager – MASH Team

Specialism: Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
Location: Wigan, UK
Salary: £35.00 per hour (Ongoing)
Employment Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

We are excited to offer a rewarding opportunity for a Children’s Social Care Team Manager within the MASH Team in Wigan. In this dynamic role, you will play a pivotal part in safeguarding children and young people by leading a multi-agency team. With an impressive hourly rate of £35, flexible working options, and the chance to develop your expertise, this is an ideal opportunity for experienced social care professionals seeking a new challenge.


Perks and Benefits:

* Flexible Working Options: Choose between full-time or part-time work to fit your lifestyle and commitments.
* Competitive Pay: Earn £35 per hour, offering a lucrative alternative to permanent roles.
* Diverse Experience: Work with multi-agency partners, enhancing your safeguarding knowledge across complex cases.
* Professional Development: Access ongoing training to advance your skills and stay at the forefront of social work practice.
* Collaborative Environment: Engage with a wide range of professionals in Wigan’s thriving and supportive community.


Key Responsibilities:

* Safeguarding Compliance: Ensure Wigan Borough Council meets its statutory safeguarding duties in accordance with the Safeguarding Children’s Partnership/Board threshold document.
* Multi-Agency Decision Making: Collaborate with partner agencies to make timely, robust decisions on safeguarding concerns while applying the correct thresholds.
* Team Leadership: Provide daily supervision and guidance to MASH staff, including Social Workers, CAROs, and Business Support Officers.
* Referral Oversight: Manage referral screening, ensuring that all decisions are child-focused, accurate, and timely.
* Information Sharing: Facilitate effective communication between social workers and partner agencies, ensuring a cohesive and coordinated response.
* Quality Assurance: Evaluate the effectiveness of MASH interventions through case audits and learning reviews, supporting the Service Manager as needed.
* Promote Best Practice: Champion strength-based and relationship-centred practice frameworks across the team and wider partnerships.


Skills and Attributes:

* Negotiation & Influence: Strong ability to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.
* Organisational Ability: Manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment, ensuring compliance with statutory deadlines.
* Data Analysis: Use data-driven insights to monitor performance, allocate resources, and identify emerging safeguarding risks (e.g., CCE/CSE, modern slavery).
* Legal Expertise: In-depth knowledge of primary and secondary child care legislation and statutory guidance.
* Supervision & Compliance: Proven ability to provide statutory supervision of social workers while ensuring national and local compliance.


Qualifications and Experience Required:

* Social Work Qualification: Recognised degree in Social Work (e.g., BA Social Work, MA Social Work, or equivalent).
* Registration: Current registration with Social Work England.
* Experience: Significant post-qualified experience in a MASH or safeguarding environment, including team leadership.
* Legislative Knowledge: Strong understanding of the Children Act 1989/2004, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and other relevant frameworks.


Why Work in Wigan?

Wigan offers a welcoming and vibrant place to live and work. Whether you enjoy countryside walks, local culture, or the buzz of a busy town, Wigan provides a balanced lifestyle. With excellent transport links to Manchester and beyond, it’s an ideal location for career development and personal growth.


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Take the next step in your career – apply today to join Wigan’s MASH Team as a Children’s Social Care Team Manager!


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