Children in Care Social Worker Level 2/3 – Make a Difference

Bournemouth Borough Council; Christchurch, Poole; Remote; GBP 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Relocation scheme

Flexible working

Local Government Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

BCP Council is seeking experienced Social Workers (Level 2/3) to join our four Children in Care Teams across Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole. You will work with carers, families and partner agencies to maintain care plans that meet each child’s needs and promote their safety and wellbeing.

We offer a competitive salary (£45,529–£49,817 pro rata for part time), good pension, generous annual leave, relocation support where appropriate, flexible working and ongoing Practice Education

Qualifications

• Significant frontline safeguarding experience.
• Ability to manage complex referrals and casework.
• Strong analytical, decision-making and conflict resolution skills.
• Willingness to undertake Practice Education training if not already qualified.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with carers, families and partner agencies to create and maintain care plans.
• Ensure every child receives the best possible care and outcomes.

Skills

Frontline safeguarding

Casework management

Analytical skills

Mentoring colleagues

Education

Social Work degree

Tools

None

Job description

BCP Council is seeking experienced Social Workers (Level 2/3) to join our four Children in Care Teams across Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole. You will work with carers, families and partner agencies to maintain care plans that meet each child’s needs and promote their safety and wellbeing.

We offer a competitive salary (£45,529–£49,817 pro rata for part time), good pension, generous annual leave, relocation support where appropriate, flexible working and ongoing Practice Education