Overview
37 hours per week. Fixed Term (12 months). Bridgend County Borough Council offers a great opportunity for you to further your social care career. We are a reflective organisation committed to improving outcomes for Children, Young People and Families through accessible, universal services. You will work in a rewarding environment where staff are valued.
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Screening officer to join the Early Help screening team situated in MASH (Multi-agency Safeguarding Hub). The MASH work involves close collaboration with partner agencies such as South Wales Police and Health to support families in line with the Social Services & Well Being (Wales) Act 2014, while safeguarding our most vulnerable children.
Responsibilities
The screening officer will:
- screen and assess referrals submitted for Early Help support; identify need and risk, determine the support required, and signpost to relevant services within Bridgend;
- enhance the quality of referrals submitted into Early Help to ensure information enables swift and appropriate decision making;
- be a point of contact for children, young people and families in need of support, offering advice and guidance regarding available services;
- work with staff in Early Help and Safeguarding teams to ensure awareness and understanding of referral routes, processes and services within the borough;
- be responsive and flexible to referrals to assist children, young people and families in accessing the right service at the right time; and undertake assessments of family need when required.
Requirements / Qualifications
- Enhanced DBS with Children’s Barred List is a requirement for this post.
- A valid driving licence is a requirement for this post.
- The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.
- Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.
- The council's Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post, providing a framework for how you will undertake working hours between home and the office.
Additional Information
For further information surrounding the post please contact Carolyn Jenkins, MASH Team Manager, on 01656 642320.
Closing Date: 11 March 2026
Shortlisting Date: 12 March 2026
Interview Date: 20 March 2026
Benefits
Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council
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