Children in Care Social Worker – Dorset (Impact & Growth)

BCP Council; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction & support

Career progression

Caseload management

Annual leave 28 days

Flexible working

Employee assistance

Job summary

BCP Council in Dorset is seeking experienced Children’s Social Workers (Level 2/3) to join the Children in Care Teams. You will support children and young people, collaborate with carers and agencies, and contribute to care planning under a refreshed pay framework.

We offer competitive salaries (£45,529–£49,817), pension, annual leave, relocation options, and flexible working. 37 hours weekly with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Significant frontline safeguarding social work experience.
• Ability to manage complex referrals and casework.
• Experience mentoring less experienced staff or students.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Willingness to undertake Practice Education training if not already qualified.

Responsibilities

• Join Children in Care Teams to deliver outstanding care and support to children and young people.
• Collaborate with carers, families and agencies to create and maintain care plans that meet each child’s needs.

Skills

Safeguarding experience

Casework management

Mentoring

Professional development

Practice Education

Travel across BCP area

Job description

BCP Council in Dorset is seeking experienced Children’s Social Workers (Level 2/3) to join the Children in Care Teams. You will support children and young people, collaborate with carers and agencies, and contribute to care planning under a refreshed pay framework.

We offer competitive salaries (£45,529–£49,817), pension, annual leave, relocation options, and flexible working. 37 hours weekly with opportunities for progression.