Social Worker; Level 2 & 3 - Assessment Teams. Education & Training

Social Workers (Level 2 &
3) – Assessment Teams

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.

BCP Council has achieved a GOOD Ofsted rating (Dec 2024) and is on an exciting improvement journey.

As part of one of our four Assessment Teams, you will play a vital role in gaining a clear understanding of a child's circumstances and developing plans that make a positive difference. Good assessment work is the foundation of a strong children’s service, and your expertise will help us deliver exactly that.

You will undertake initial single assessments within statutory time‑scales and continuous assessments from referral through to case closure. You will also facilitate family network meetings to bring support networks together. Work from this team will either close, step down, or transfer to another team at an agreed time. Social workers sit in four pods with a four‑weekly turnaround (the 20‑day time limit on assessments).

• 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 will 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
• Staff network groups

Pay Range: £44,075 – £53,460 (pro‑rata for part‑time colleagues). All new starters will begin at the bottom of the pay band.

We do not offer visa sponsorship; we can only consider applicants with an existing right to work in the UK.

BCP Council also requires all staff to complete a Disclosure & Barring Service Check.