Job Introduction
Social Workers (Level 2 & 3) - Child Health and Disability (CHAD) Team
Location: Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole (BCP), Dorset
Salary: Competitive + Local Government Pension + Potential Relocation Scheme
Contract: Full-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 specialist PLO & Court Teams and help us deliver outstanding care and support to the children and families who need us most.
Why BCP?
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"
Check out this video: A day in the life of three social workers at BCP Council on Vimeo
About the Role
The Child Health and Disability (CHAD) Team is looking for an experienced social worker to join the team undertaking assessments, working with children in need, on child protection plans and children in care. The team works closely with colleagues in health and SEND and undertake their own court work in the family court and court of protection.
We would like to hear from applicants experienced in working with children with disabilities and their families, a wider understanding of neurodivergence and experience/understanding of deprivation of liberty.
The role is full time and there is a requirement for part of the week to be office based.
What We're Looking For
Significant experience in 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.
What We Offer
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
Ready to Join Us?
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.
Find out more about our new terms and conditions in our 'More than just a job' brochure on our careers site.
For an informal discussion, contact Victoria Warren, Team Manager for CHAD Team at
Apply today and help us make a difference.
Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.
About BCP Council
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, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.
Our Benefits
A Place to Thrive - Join BCP Council
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 ( Employee benefits Working for BCP link to careers page)
Be the difference - Join an organisation that values you
More About us Working for BCP
DBS
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 refer to the Job Description or Role Profile for more details.
