Social Worker – Children in Care

Social Worker – Children in Care Team
Location: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council
Rate: Up to £45 per hour
Contract: Full-time Locum (Initial 3–6 months, with likely extension)
Contact: Fred Thomas at Sheldon Phillips

📞 01635 226350 | 📧fthomas@sheldon-phillips.com

The Opportunity

Sheldon Phillips is working with BCP Council to recruit an experienced Social Worker to join the Children in Care Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a well-supported, child-focused team in a coastal authority known for its commitment to stability and high-quality practice.

You will be responsible for working with looked after children and young people to deliver care plans that promote permanence, emotional wellbeing and positive outcomes.

BCP Council promotes a relational, trauma-informed model of practice that supports social workers to build trust and make a real difference in children’s lives.

Key Duties

• Manage a caseload of children in care

• Complete statutory visits, care planning and reviews

• Build strong, trusting relationships with children and carers

• Work closely with partner agencies to deliver multi-agency support

• Prepare reports for court and attend proceedings when required

About You

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration

• At least 2 years of post-qualified experience working with looked after children

• Strong understanding of care planning, safeguarding, and permanency planning

• Confident working in a hybrid model (office and remote)

• Must be a driver with access to a vehicle

Why BCP?

BCP offers flexible hybrid working, a manageable caseload, and a service that genuinely values the voice of the child. You'll be joining a supportive team with strong leadership, reflective supervision, and a focus on professional development.

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Apply Now

To apply or find out more, contact Fred Thomas at Sheldon Phillips:

📞 01635 226350 | 📧fthomas@sheldon-phillips.com