Social Worker, Child Development​/Support

Qualified Social Worker - Post Approval (Fostering)

Dorchester, Dorset
Up to £38 per hour
Hybrid Working

Connect2

Social work are proud to be partnering with Dorset Council to recruit an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join their Post Approval Fostering Team.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a supportive, well‑resourced service focused on achieving the best outcomes for children and young people in care.

About the Role

You will play a key role in supporting and supervising approved foster carers, ensuring children are placed in safe, stable and nurturing environments.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing ongoing support and supervision to foster carers in line with regulations and standards
Managing duty responsibilities and working closely with the Placements Team
Undertaking direct work with children, young people and families
Supporting a range of specialist schemes including:
Mockingbird Constellation
Supported Lodgings
Family Link and Resilience carers
Completing visits, interventions and reviews to ensure positive outcomes

About You

Qualified Social Worker with SWE registration
Minimum 3 years' PQE within UK Children's Services

Experience with in fostering or strong safeguarding background
Strong communication, relationship‑building and assessment skills
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)
Why Join?

Hybrid and flexible working options
Supportive team environment with excellent training opportunities
Opportunity to work within a well‑established fostering service
Work that genuinely makes a difference to children and families

Why Work with Connect2

Social work?

Competitive pay rates
Dedicated consultant with extensive sector knowledge
Access to opportunities with forward-thinking local authorities
Ongoing support throughout your assignment

If you're an experienced Senior Social Worker seeking your next Child Protection role in a progressive and supportive borough, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with Connect2

Social work.

To apply for this role or to discuss the opportunity in confidence, please contact Lisa Hallinan at Connect2socialwork
Email:  / Phone: (phone number removed)

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