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Social Worker

Job Posted: 7 days ago

Salary: £ 21 - 21 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Dorset

Expire in: 21 days

Job Description

Social Worker – Permanence Team – Dorset Council

£40.00 per hour
	
Hybrid working – 3 days per week in the office
	
Join a dedicated Permanence Team supporting children in long-term care planning
	
Excellent management support and positive team culture
	
Opportunity to work within a well-regarded local authority
	
Long-term stable contract available

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join the Permanence Team at Dorset Council. This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed practitioner who is passionate about achieving long-term stability and positive outcomes for children and young people.

The role will involve working with children subject to care proceedings, long-term care planning, and permanency arrangements including adoption, special guardianship, and long-term fostering. You will work closely with children, carers, families, and partner agencies to ensure timely and effective permanence planning.

About the Local Authority

Dorset Council is recognised for its supportive working environment, child-focused approach, and commitment to high-quality social work practice. The service promotes reflective supervision, manageable team structures, and flexible hybrid working to support staff wellbeing and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

Managing a caseload of children requiring permanence planning and long-term care arrangements
	
Undertaking assessments relating to adoption, special guardianship, and long-term fostering
	
Progressing care planning and permanence outcomes within statutory timescales
	
Preparing high-quality court reports, assessments, and care plans
	
Working directly with children and families to achieve positive long-term outcomes
	
Attending legal meetings, looked after children reviews, and multi-agency planning meetings
	
Building strong working relationships with carers, partner agencies, and internal services
	
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case recordings in line with statutory requirements

Candidate Requirements

Qualified Social Worker with a recognised Social Work qualification
	
Registered with Social Work England
	
Previous experience within Permanence, Looked After Children, or Children in Care services
	
Strong knowledge of care planning, safeguarding, and court processes
	
Experience completing assessments and preparing court reports
	
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
	
Ability to work effectively within a busy frontline environment
	
Enhanced DBS preferred

Why Work With Us?

Competitive pay rate of £40.00 per hour
	
Hybrid working with 3 office days per week
	
Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment
	
Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignment
	
Access to additional local authority opportunities
	
Referral bonus scheme available
	
Opportunity to make a lasting impact on children’s lives through permanence planning

For more information or to apply, please contact:

Josh Dhumisani

📞 (phone number removed)

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