Overview
Support Worker - Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), based in Barkingside. This full-time, permanent role in the Children and Families Team at the Early Intervention department offers a professional challenge and personal fulfillment.
Salary: £34,416 to £35,448 per year.
Responsibilities
* Work in partnership with the Early Intervention & Family Support Service Manager and team to ensure effective communication and delivery of services.
* Collaborate with staff to deliver a range of services to families, children, and young people.
* Provide cover for absent colleagues to maintain seamless service delivery.
* Manage an individual caseload, maintaining high standards of childcare practice.
* Contribute to client care plans as appropriate.
* Make timely and appropriate referrals to the Child Protection team in line with procedures.
* Prepare and present reports for a variety of audiences including case conferences, core group meetings, court hearings, and care plan meetings.
* Participate actively in referral meetings, reviews, case discussions, and other relevant professional meetings; organise, chair, and take minutes when required.
* Ensure service users fully understand processes and procedures.
* Complete and maintain family files and relevant paperwork to a high standard, adhering to departmental procedures.
* Work in partnership with families, monitoring needs through accurate record-keeping, care planning, and case recording.
* Collaborate effectively with other professionals involved in the care and support of families.
* Demonstrate professional and sensitive approaches when dealing with parents and carers, serving as a positive role model.
* Keep up to date with and implement relevant legislation and procedures related to service delivery.
* Support the Early Intervention & Family Support Team in ensuring services comply with Ofsted minimum standards.
* Promote and encourage diversity and a multicultural ethos throughout all aspects of the service.
* Ensure health and safety procedures are followed within areas of responsibility, including lone working protocols.
* Undertake any other duties as required by the post.
Benefits and work environment
* Flexible shifts to help balance personal and work life.
* A supportive, collaborative team environment where you can thrive.
* Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning and development.
* Varied daily work with opportunities to learn and make a positive impact.
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