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Child Protection Social Worker

Salary: Up to £38 per hour
Location: Dorset

 

Qualified Social Worker - Child Protection Team

Location - Dorchester

Rate - £38ph

Contract Type - Locum, Full Time

Are you a passionate and experienced Qualified Social Worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and families? Join our dynamic Family Safeguarding Team in Basingstoke and be part of a supportive, forward-thinking environment where your skills and dedication are truly valued.

Duties include:

  • Delivering statutory services in line with the Children Act 1989 and relevant legislation
  • Undertaking assessments of children's needs and developing effective, timely plans
  • Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children through direct work and support
  • Working in partnership with families to build resilience and reduce the need for ongoing intervention
  • Preparing high-quality reports for court and other professional settings
  • Chairing multi-agency meetings to review and progress plans
  • Keeping accurate and up-to-date records using our case management system
  • Working closely with the Lead Family Help Practitioner to provide expert child protection input
  • Undertaking specialist assessments once training has been completed

Requirements as a Social Worker include:

  • SWE Registration
  • Eligible to work in the UK
  • Drive and have access to a car
  • Post-qualified experience
  • Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

Benefits of working for Connect2SocialWork:

  • Free DBS & Compliance Support - We've got the admin covered, so you can focus on your role.
  • Nationwide Opportunities - Access a wide selection of roles across the UK, including exclusive positions only available through C2SW.
  • Dedicated Expert Consultant - Your personal advisor is deeply experienced and always in your corner.
  • Backed by Kent County Council - We're proud to be an agency owned by the local authority.
  • Fast, Reliable Payroll - Because getting paid shouldn't be a headache.
  • Refer a Friend Bonus - Earn £300 when your referred social worker is successfully placed*
  • Warm Welcome Bonus - Receive £250 when you land a role through us

If interested in this role or any other, please contact Jack Best on 07955433801 or email a CV to jack.best@csltd.org.uk


All posts are subject to satisfactory DBS check and references. *Terms and conditions apply.

Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.