Consultant Social Worker

Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, offering temporary, contract and interim opportunities within the Council. Our work is guided by strong values ethical practice, trust, and genuine care and every penny of our profit goes back into supporting our Local Authority communities.

Locum Children''s Social Worker Jobs in Dorset

Connect2Dorset is recruiting for an experienced Children''s Social Worker to join Dorset Council''s Child Protection and Family Help Team in Wareham. This is an excellent opportunity for a Qualified Social Worker (QSW) seeking a rewarding locum social work job in Dorset, working with children, young people and families to achieve positive outcomes.

Whether you''re an experienced Child Protection Social Worker, Family Help Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, or Assessment Social Worker, this role offers competitive rates, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to work within a supportive local authority setting.

CONSULTANT SOCIAL WORKER FAMILY SUPPORT & ADVICE LINE (MASH) CHILDREN''S SERVICES



ABOUT CONNECT2DORSET

Connect2Dorset is Dorset Council''s managed service recruitment partner, providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities across Children''s Services and Adult Social Care. Every penny of our profit is reinvested into supporting local communities across Dorset.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Connect2Dorset is recruiting an experienced Children''s Social Worker to join Dorset Council''s Family Support & Advice Line (FSAL), the Children''s Services Front Door and Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) function.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Qualified Social Worker (QSW) with experience in Children''s Social Care, Safeguarding, Child Protection, MASH, Assessment, Early Help or Duty & Assessment Services.

As a Consultant Social Worker within the Front Door Service, you will play a vital role in ensuring children, young people and families receive the right support at the right time. You will work closely with Family Help Services, Education, Health, Police and partner agencies to assess safeguarding concerns and identify appropriate interventions.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Family Support & Advice Line is Dorset Council''s first point of contact for safeguarding referrals and requests for support.

The service is relationship-based, restorative and strengths-focused, working collaboratively with children, families and professionals to improve outcomes and reduce the need for statutory intervention wherever possible.

Operating 365 days per year, the service includes an Out of Hours provision. Consultant Social Workers participate in a rota system, including overnight on-call duties approximately once every fortnight.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Screen and assess safeguarding contacts and referrals

* Provide consultation, advice and support to professionals and partner agencies

* Make informed decisions regarding thresholds and interventions

* Undertake risk assessments and safeguarding decision-making

* Work closely with MASH partners and Family Help services

* Identify Children in Need (CIN), Child Protection and Early Help pathways

* Promote strengths-based and restorative practice

* Maintain high-quality case recording and statutory documentation

* Contribute to service development and continuous improvement

REQUIREMENTS

* Qualified Social Worker (QSW)

* Social Work England Registration

* Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification

* Experience within Children''s Social Care

* Experience in MASH, Front Door, Duty & Assessment, Child Protection, Safeguarding or Early Help Services

* Strong risk assessment and decision-making skills

* Excellent communication and partnership-working abilities

WHY APPLY?

-38.00 - -42.00 per hour -150 per week allowable expenses * (Allowable expenses are payable where the candidate''s home address is more than 30 miles from the designated work location hub, subject to Connect2Dorset''s Terms & Conditions).

Opportunity to work within a progressive Child Protection service -500 Referral Bonus (Terms & Conditions Apply)

APPLY NOW If you''re looking for your next Locum Children''s Social Worker Job in Dorset, we''d love to hear from you

Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.