Social Worker CP Dorchester

Connect2Dorset; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency in Dorchester seeks a Child Protection Practitioner to join their multi-agency team. This role involves delivering statutory services to children and families, conducting assessments, and supporting complex court proceedings. Applicants should have a Social Work degree, relevant post-qualification experience, and be SWE registered. The position offers flexible hours, training opportunities, and a £250 referral bonus.

Benefits

Ample on-site parking

Role progression opportunities

Training available

£250 referral bonus

Qualifications

• 3 years (permanent) post qualification experience within English LA’s.
• Enhanced DBS/CRB eligibility can be obtained.
• SWE Registered and eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver services in accordance with statutory responsibilities.
• Undertake assessments of children’s needs.
• Create effective plans reviewed timely.

Skills

Post-qualification knowledge of statutory social care services

Experience delivering complex court proceedings

Education

Degree in Social Work (or equivalent)

Job description

About Us

Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders.

About the Role

You will be joining a well‑structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast‑paced and supportive team within Dorset Council.

Day to day activities

As a Child Protection Practitioner, you will be working in a multi‑agency child protection team with families who are subject to complex Child in Need plans, Child Protection plans, pre‑proceedings, and court proceedings to:

• deliver the service in accordance with statutory responsibilities set out in the Children Act 1989 and other relevant legislation
• undertake assessments of children’s needs in accordance with Directorate policies and procedures
• create effective plans which are reviewed in a timely manner
• promote and safeguard the welfare of children
• provide support, information, and advice to families to help parents become more self‑reliant
• prepare reports for courts and various meetings, presenting to a variety of professionals in different settings, and attend to give evidence in legal proceedings as required
• chair multi‑agency meetings that support the development and review of plans
• maintain essential records, input, and maintain records on the core computer system as required
• work alongside the Lead Family Help Practitioner, providing child protection expertise and leading on statutory work
• undertake direct work with children and families to progress the plan
• undertake specialist assessments once training has been provided

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 3 years (permanent) post qualification experience within English LA’s
• Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• SWE Registered
• Degree in Social Work (or equivalent)
• Fulfil lth travel requirements of the role

About You

You will be able to demonstrate a high level of post‑qualification knowledge of statutory social care services, with experience of delivering complex court proceedings in a variety of court settings. If you feel you meet the requirements we would love to hear from you.

Benefits

We have ample on‑site parking with the opportunity for role progression and training for both perm and temporary staff within the authority. Competitive pay rate offered. We offer a £250.00 referral bonus to anyone who is successfully placed in a new role.

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