Social Worker - Birth To Settled Adulthood Service Team in Dorchester, Dorset

Locum Social Worker – Birth to Settled Adulthood Service Team
Location: North Dorset (Office base: Dorchester)
Contract: Ongoing Locum
Pay Rate: £38–£42 per hour

We are seeking a Locum Social Worker to join the Birth to Settled Adulthood Service Team in North Dorset. This ongoing role offers a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to work across a variety of social work disciplines, supporting children and young people through critical life stages while developing your professional expertise.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible Locum Work: Tailor your schedule for optimal work-life balance.

• Professional Development: Work within a multi-disciplinary team to acquire specialist skills and broaden your expertise.

• Supportive Team: Benefit from a collaborative environment that encourages learning and teamwork.

• Location Perks: Live and work in the scenic and welcoming North Dorset countryside.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload across Early Help, Child in Need, Child Protection, and Children in Care.

• Collaborate with Preparation for Adulthood colleagues to support young people and families in planning for adulthood.

• Work alongside paediatric occupational therapists, Best Start in Life Advisers, and family workers in a multi-disciplinary team.

• Build and maintain strong partnerships across agencies and disciplines.

• Work autonomously while managing a caseload and travel across rural North Dorset using your own transport.

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.

• Experience in children’s services is essential; experience in disability services is preferred.

• Strong partnership working and the ability to manage a varied caseload independently.

• Own transport is essential for travel across the rural area.

Why Work in North Dorset

North Dorset combines professional challenge with personal satisfaction. Enjoy working in a supportive environment while living in a picturesque region with a strong sense of community, excellent natural scenery, and a high quality of life.

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