Children's SW - Family Help Team - Dorset

Reference: 670454

An opportunity is available for a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join a Family Help Team supporting children, young people and their families across Dorset. This role is suited to a committed practitioner who can build positive relationships, promote strengths-based practice and contribute to improved outcomes for children.

You will work with families experiencing a range of challenges, completing high-quality assessments and developing clear, purposeful plans with children and their networks. Responsibilities will include identifying need and risk, coordinating support, reviewing progress and taking appropriate action where safeguarding concerns arise. You will ensure that children’s voices, wishes and feelings remain central to all decisions.

The role will involve working collaboratively with parents and carers, schools, health professionals, community services and other partner agencies. You will contribute to multi-agency meetings, maintain accurate and timely records, and provide clear written reports. Where required, you may also support statutory processes, including child protection activity and applications to court, in line with legislation, policy and professional standards.

You will manage a varied caseload, prioritising effectively and responding proportionately to changing circumstances. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound professional judgement, confidence in assessing risk and the ability to undertake direct work with children and families. You should be able to communicate sensitively and clearly, challenge constructively and remain focused on achieving sustainable change.

Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. Experience of working with children and families in a statutory or family support setting is highly desirable, alongside knowledge of safeguarding procedures, relevant legislation and evidence-based social work practice. A valid driving licence and the ability to travel within the area may be required.

This is an opportunity to join a supportive, multi-disciplinary environment where reflective practice, professional development and continuous improvement are valued. You will be expected to uphold confidentiality, equality and anti-discriminatory practice while promoting the welfare and best interests of every child.

From £32.12
Per hour
Added 10/11/2026
Reference: 670454

Children's SW - Family Help Team - Dorset

Dorchester, England, United Kingdom Temporary Children & Families

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