Children's Social Workers - Level 2​/Children in Care Team

Children's Social Workers – Level 2/3 – Children in Care Team

Location:

Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole (BCP), Dorset

Salary:
Competitive + Local Government Pension + Potential Relocation Scheme

Contract:

Full-time & Part-time, Permanent

Make a real difference in Children’s lives. Join us at BCP Council.

We’re proud to have achieved a GOOD Ofsted rating (Dec 2024), and we’re on an exciting improvement journey. Now, we’re looking for experienced, passionate Social Workers to join our Children in Care Teams and help us deliver outstanding care and support to the children and young people who need us most.

Our Workforce Says It Best

“Career progression is encouraged within BCP – it’s a rewarding job and something I absolutely love.”

“It’s a lovely place to live and work. Dorset is a wonderful county, and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are vibrant, busy urban areas right on the sea front.”

“I’ve never felt so supported.”

As part of one of our four Children in Care Teams, you’ll work alongside dedicated colleagues to ensure every child receives the best possible care. You’ll collaborate with carers, families, and agencies to create and maintain care plans that truly meet each child’s needs. BCP Council is the corporate parent to around 500 children and young people, including care‑experienced young adults aged 18–25.

Your work will have a direct impact on their lives and futures.

• Significant experience in frontline safeguarding social work
• Ability to manage complex referrals and casework
• Strong analytical, decision‑making and conflict‑resolution skills
• Experience mentoring less experienced staff or students
• Commitment to continuous professional development
• Willingness to undertake Practice Education training if not already qualified

You’ll also need to be able to travel across the BCP area.

• Full induction & Practice Fundamentals support
• Clear career progression & excellent learning opportunities
• Manageable caseloads & regular supervision
• 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Flexible working arrangements in refurbished offices
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Relocation Scheme (with Director approval)
• Staff network groups

Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK. If you’re reflective, proactive, resilient, and passionate about putting children’s voices at the heart of everything you do, we’d love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, contact Shan Searle, Service Manager for Children in Care, at s Visit the BCP Partnership Academy for more details.

Apply today and help us make a difference.

The pay range for this role will be £42,839– £53,460 (pro rata for part‑time colleagues). The Recruitment & Retention Supplement for this role may be up to £3,249 per annum (pro rata for part‑time colleagues). Recruitment and Retention Supplements are in addition to the base salary. They are temporary and awarded solely at the discretion of BCP Council, in accordance with Pay and Allowances policy being introduced on 1 December 2025.

BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world‑renowned coastline. We can offer career‑defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, world‑class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.

At BCP Council, we’re not just building a workforce— we’re transforming how we recognise and reward our people. Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at the employee benefits page.

BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please see the role profile for more details.