Senior MASH Social Worker Bridgend

Senior MASH / IAA Social Worker
Bridgend County Borough Council
£41.58 per hour (Umbrella) – All Wales Pledge Compliant
Location: Bridgend | Hybrid Working Available

Hoop Recruitment are proud to be supporting Bridgend County Borough Council in the appointment of an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their well-established MASH / Information, Advice & Assistance (IAA) service.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident, knowledgeable practitioner who thrives in a fast-paced safeguarding environment and is passionate about delivering timely, proportionate interventions that make a real difference to children and families.

Why work with Hoop?

At Hoop, we put Social Workers first. You’ll be supported by a knowledgeable, local team who genuinely understand the market and your priorities:

• Over 20 years’ experience in Social Work recruitment

• Local, Cardiff-based agency with strong relationships across Wales

• Welsh-speaking consultant available if preferred

• PAYE or Umbrella – your choice

• Twice-weekly payroll

• A dedicated consultant, with cover when we’re on leave

• Active partnerships with all Local Authorities across South & West Wales and the South West of England

• Free quarterly CPD-accredited training sessions

• Wellbeing sessions

• Refer-a-friend bonuses

• Birthday treat 🎉

About the Role

Bridgend is a reflective and forward-thinking authority that values strong professional judgement, collaboration and staff wellbeing. As a Senior MASH / IAA Social Worker, you’ll play a key role in safeguarding children by ensuring the right decisions are made at the right time.

You’ll work closely with South Wales Police, Health professionals, Education and wider partner agencies, in line with the Social Services & Well-Being (Wales) Act 2014, contributing to high-quality information sharing and risk analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Screening, analysing and progressing incoming contacts and referrals

• Applying professional judgement to determine thresholds and appropriate pathways

• Supporting and guiding unqualified practitioners and less-experienced staff

• Participating in and contributing to strategy discussions and meetings

• Undertaking home visits where required to support robust decision-making

• Working collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure timely and effective interventions

• Promoting strengths-based practice and consistent safeguarding standards

Hybrid working is available in line with the council’s policy, following initial induction and service needs.

What You’ll Need

• A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/Diploma)

• Registration with Social Care Wales

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

• Minimum 3 years’ post-qualifying experience, ideally within MASH/Front Door services

• 3 years of professional references

• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle

Please note: Only candidates with a Social Work qualification and current professional registration can be considered.

Interested?

Apply today or contact Sarah Leigh at Hoop Recruitment on 02922 400519 for an informal, confidential discussion.