Opus people solutions on behalf of Northampton Childrens Trust have an exciting opportunity for a Decision Maker to join their Mash Team. Job Title: Decision Maker Length of assignment: 3 Months Hours per week: 22.5 - 37 Hourly rate: £36 Location: Criminal Justice Centre, Northampton Remote/Office based: Hybrid The MASH team can advise as to whether a family needs early help, and whether they meet the threshold for statutory child protection. Responsibilities: The agency decision maker needs to be able to think on their feet, have a good understanding of child protection and children's social care, and be able to work closely and effectively with other agencies throughout the internal team processes. Triaging referrals making MASH enquiries, speaking to parents, agencies making threshold recommendations - i.e. does it need assessment give direction to MASH Officers (call handlers) all static work No home visits requiredIf you thrive to make a difference and have 3 years Social worker experience and this is the role for you, then we would love to hear from you...