Senior Practitioner - MASH - Luton

Reference: 670439

We are seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner to join a Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) team supporting children, young people and families. This is an opportunity for a qualified social worker to play a key role in safeguarding children, assessing risk and ensuring that concerns are responded to promptly, proportionately and effectively.

You will provide professional leadership within the team, offering advice and guidance to social workers and partner agencies on safeguarding referrals, information-sharing and thresholds for intervention. You will oversee the screening and prioritisation of contacts, contribute to strategy discussions and help ensure that decisions are evidence-based, child-focused and compliant with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.

The role will involve analysing information from a range of sources, undertaking assessments, identifying risk and protective factors, and making recommendations about the most appropriate next steps. You will work closely with colleagues across social care, education, health, police and other services to promote effective multi-agency working. You will also support the development of practice standards, participate in audits and contribute to continuous service improvement.

Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You should have substantial post-qualification experience in children’s social care, including safeguarding, assessment and risk management, together with a sound understanding of child protection procedures and relevant legislation. Experience of working in a MASH, front-door or referral and assessment setting would be highly advantageous.

You will need excellent analytical, communication and decision-making skills, with the confidence to provide constructive challenge and professional supervision. The ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records and work calmly in a fast-paced environment is essential. A commitment to anti-discriminatory practice, partnership working and achieving positive outcomes for children and families is expected. A valid driving licence and willingness to travel may be required.

From £30.26
Per hour
Added 10/11/2026
Reference: 670439

Senior Practitioner - MASH - Luton

Luton, England, United Kingdom Temporary Children & Families

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