Role : Social Worker – MACH Team
Department : Children’s Social Care, Middlesbrough Council
Location : Middlesbrough
Purpose of Role
* To act as the first point of contact for safeguarding concerns raised about children and families in Middlesbrough.
* To provide timely screening, triage, and decision‑making in partnership with multi‑agency colleagues.
* To ensure children and young people receive the right level of support and intervention at the earliest opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
* Receive and assess referrals regarding children at risk of harm or in need of support.
* Work collaboratively with partner agencies (police, health, education, voluntary sector) to share information and make joint decisions.
* Apply thresholds for intervention consistently, ensuring proportionate responses.
* Record and maintain accurate case notes and decisions in line with council policies.
* Contribute to safeguarding strategy discussions and attend multi‑agency meetings.
* Promote early help pathways and signpost families to appropriate services.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Qualified Social Worker with registration to Social Work England.
* Strong knowledge of child protection legislation, Working Together to Safeguard Children guidance, and local safeguarding procedures.
* Experience of working in a front‑line safeguarding or referral team.
* Excellent communication and decision‑making skills.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
Desirable
* Experience of multi‑agency working within a hub or integrated team.
* Knowledge of Middlesbrough’s local services and early help offer.
For more information contact Erika Taylor on (phone number removed)
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