5 jobs found in Ferndown

About Us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. We are proud that Dorset Council is a rated Outstanding authority by Ofsted for our work with children, young people and families. This reflects our strong commitment to high‑quality, child‑centred practice and the positive culture we've built across our services. Leading national change The Families First Partnership (FFP) Programme sets out a major national reform of family support and child protection in England, aiming to shift the support towards earlier, more joined up help for families. Dorset was selected as a national Pathfinder local authority for the Families First for Children programme, placing us at the forefront of developing new ways of working with children, families, and...

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...

Social Worker - Family Help Weymouth £38-£42 per hour Contract | Hybrid Connect2Socialwork are currently recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to join a Family Help Team in Weymouth. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a forward-thinking Local Authority, supporting children and families across the full continuum of need. About the Role You'll be working within an integrated Family Help service, supporting children and families from Early Help through to Child Protection and court proceedings, ensuring the right support is in place at the right time. Key Responsibilities Manage a varied caseload across: Early Help Child in Need Child Protection Pre-proceedings and court work Complete high-quality assessments and care plans Undertake direct work with children and families, promoting positive outcomes Prepare reports for court and multi-agency meetings Work collaboratively with education, health, police and partner agencies Maintain accurate and timely case...

Gardener Location: Newport Pay Rate: £13.26 per hour PAYE (including holiday pay) | £17.10 per hour LTD Umbrella Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: Temporary Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced Gardener to join the Parks Horticultural Team within Newport's Streetscene service. This is an excellent opportunity to work within two prestigious and historic parks, Belle Vue Park and Beechwood Park, both Grade II listed landscapes recognised by CADW and holders of Green Flag and National Heritage status. This role is ideal for candidates with a broad horticultural background, excellent plant knowledge, and a passion for maintaining high-quality public green spaces. Key Responsibilities Carry out a range of horticultural and grounds maintenance duties. Maintain flower beds, borders, shrubs, trees, and landscaped areas. Ensure parks are maintained to a high standard in line with heritage and Green Flag requirements. Operate horticultural equipment and tools...

Qualified Social Workers required within the Mental Health Team 3 Month Contract (Possible extension) Rate £38 Per hour (Umbrella Rate) Location: Havant Skills and Experience Required Provide support and therapy to individuals and families experiencing mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, or substance misuse, using a strengths-based approach. Conduct assessments (psychosocial, risk, care needs) to establish diagnoses and identify required support. Develop and monitor individualised care plans, in collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams. Undertake crisis intervention and risk management, safeguarding vulnerable individuals using frameworks like the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, or Care Act. Advocate for clients' rights and coordinate with community, statutory, and voluntary services to ensure access to resources and promote social inclusion. Provide therapy and counselling through one-to-one or group sessions using...