Role Overview

Step into a pivotal leadership opportunity where pace, purpose and impact come together. As Service Manager MASH, you will lead a critical front door service through a period of transformation, shaping how safeguarding concerns are triaged and responded to so children receive the right help at the right time. Reporting into senior leadership, you will have real influence over practice standards, decision-making and outcomes, while developing a resilient, high‑performing multi‑agency team.

Your Role as Service Manager MASH

• Lead and develop a high‑pressure Front Door and MASH service during transformation
• Drive quality and consistency in decision‑making, thresholds and risk management
• Oversee statutory interventions including Section 17 and Section 47 activity
• Embed a child‑centred practice model with reflective supervision at its core
• Strengthen multi‑agency working across health, police and education to meet timescales

Your Previous Experience

• Qualified social worker, registered with Social Work England
• Proven leadership experience within safeguarding, front door or MASH services
• Strong knowledge of the Children Act 1989, Children Act 2004 and Working Together guidance
• Track record of service improvement in fast‑paced, high‑risk environments
• Resilient and confident leader able to support, challenge and develop staff

Additional Information

This is a high‑impact role with an urgent start, offering autonomy, challenge and the opportunity to influence system‑wide safeguarding practice at a critical time.

If you’re interested, please contact Sarah Macrae or apply via the form below. A senior referral scheme is available upon successful placement.