MASH Children’s Social Worker - Doncaster 

Make a Difference at the Front Door of Children’s Services

Are you a passionate and skilled Social Worker looking to make a real impact in safeguarding children and supporting families at the earliest opportunity? We are seeking a dedicated and motivated MASH (Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub) Children’s Social Worker to join our dynamic team in Doncaster.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your professional judgement, safeguarding expertise, and ability to build strong partnerships will directly contribute to protecting children and improving outcomes for families.

About the Role

As a MASH Children’s Social Worker, you will be at the frontline of safeguarding, working alongside professionals from education, health, police, and other partner agencies to assess referrals and identify risks to children and young people.

You will play a vital role in ensuring that children receive the right support at the right time through effective information sharing, robust risk analysis, and timely decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Screen and assess safeguarding referrals relating to children and families.
• Gather and analyse information from partner agencies to inform decision-making.
• Identify levels of risk and determine appropriate interventions.
• Make clear recommendations regarding thresholds and next steps.
• Work collaboratively within a multi-agency environment.
• Maintain accurate and timely case recordings and reports.
• Ensure all practice is compliant with safeguarding legislation, statutory guidance, and local procedures.
• Promote the welfare, safety, and voice of the child in all aspects of practice.

About You

We are looking for a confident and resilient Social Worker who thrives in a fast-moving environment and is committed to delivering high-quality safeguarding practice.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with a recognised Social Work qualification.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Experience working within children’s safeguarding services.
• Strong assessment, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and partnership-working abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Children Act 1989 and Working Together to Safeguard Children guidance.

Desirable

• Previous experience working within a MASH or front-door safeguarding service.
• Experience of multi-agency information sharing and threshold decision-making.
• Knowledge of local safeguarding procedures and contextual safeguarding approaches.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Regular supervision and professional development opportunities.
• Access to training and career progression pathways.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities where applicable.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Pension scheme and employee wellbeing support.

Why Join Doncaster?

Doncaster is committed to putting children and families at the heart of everything we do. We are continuously developing our services to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and young people.

You will join a service that values innovation, reflective practice, and strong multi-agency collaboration. Your contribution will be recognised, supported, and valued as part of a team making a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable children.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about safeguarding children and want to be part of a dedicated MASH team in Doncaster, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role.

For an informal discussion about the position, please contact the recruitment team.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS checks, and Social Work England registration verification.

Equality and Diversity

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve.

• New ‘Faster Pay’ service getting you paid more quickly
• Twice weekly payroll
• Free DBS and compliance service
• Your own dedicated friendly consultant with extensive social work knowledge
• Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK