Senior Social Worker - Assessment and Intervention, Ipswich

About the Role

Suffolk County Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join a newly established Assessment and Intervention Team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a pilot team sitting within MASH, designed to transform how families are supported at the earliest stage.

The team has been developed in line with the Family First Partnership Programme, with a clear focus on:

• Early intervention
• Reducing escalation into statutory social work teams
• Supporting families promptly and effectively

You will play a key role in standing up and shaping the IFD Assessment Team, helping to build a responsive service that alleviates pressure on teams managing high caseloads.

Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days remote

Hours: 37 hours per week (30 hours / 4 days considered)

Rate: Up to 42 per hour (Umbrella)

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments and direct work with families within a fast-paced environment
• Carry out visits and interventions to support early help and prevent escalation
• Work collaboratively within MASH and multi-agency settings
• Support the development and implementation of this new pilot model
• Maintain accurate, high-quality case recording and decision-making
• Contribute to reducing demand across statutory social work services

About You

• Proven experience working within an Assessment & Intervention (A&I) team
• Strong assessment and analytical skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, front-door / MASH environment
• Confident decision-making and risk management capability
• Excellent communication and partnership-working skills

Why Join Suffolk?

• Be part of an innovative pilot team shaping future service delivery
• Opportunity to influence early intervention models at a strategic level
• Collaborative and supportive working environment
• Competitive hourly rate and flexible working option

If 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.