Overview
Our Client Calderdale Council is looking for an experienced Practice Manager to join their Team within the Multi-Agency Screening Team (MAST). MASt performs a statutory function as the single front door for all children's safeguarding and support enquiries, including safeguarding referrals, early help requests, disability/OT referrals, and children\'s social care enquiries. Processing all domestic abuse notifications, DRAMM, MARAC, and police safeguarding referrals is also within scope. All incoming cases are screened and decisions are made within 24 hours to ensure children are safeguarded promptly.
Responsibilities
* Oversee the screening of social workers within the team.
* Chair strategy meetings and approve outcomes.
* Ensure timely decision-making on safeguarding and support enquiries (within 24 hours).
* Support the statutory function of the MASt as the front door for children\'s safeguarding referrals and related referrals.
* Contribute to continuous improvement of screening processes and decision-making in collaboration with partner agencies.
Requirements
* A Social Work Qualification or equivalent.
* Understanding of relevant legislation.
* Continual professional development.
* Social Work England registered.
* Minimum of 3 years permanent experience.
Benefits of working with Remedy
* A personal one-to-one service from a highly experienced dedicated consultant.
* Top tier supplier across London giving first access to jobs.
* Competitive referral scheme.
* Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply.
How to apply
You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. To be considered for this role, please apply with your CV to the social care team.
Remedy Social Care is a REC Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.
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