6 social worker jobs found in Poole

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council Social Worker – Children with Disabilities Team Pay Rate: Up to £40.58 per hour Hours: 37 per week (3 days per week in the office) Contract: Locum About the Role Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team. This role focuses on supporting children and young people with complex physical, learning, and developmental needs, ensuring they receive the right care, safeguarding, and tailored support packages to help them thrive. You will work closely with families, schools, health professionals, and multi-agency partners to develop care plans that promote safety, independence, and high-quality outcomes for children and young people. Key Responsibilities Complete statutory assessments under the Children Act, including Section 17 assessments. Hold and manage a diverse caseload of children with disabilities and complex needs. Work collaboratively...

Experienced Healthcare Assistants (HCA) Learning Disability & Mental Health Southampton & Surrounding Areas We are seeking experienced Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to support adults with learning disabilities and complex mental health needs across services in the Southampton area. The Role You will provide high-quality, person-centred care within supported living, residential, and/or inpatient settings. This role requires confidence in managing complex needs, promoting independence, and working effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Key Responsibilities * Delivering safe, compassionate, and person-centred care * Supporting individuals with learning disabilities and mental health conditions * Managing challenging behaviours using positive behaviour support * Assisting with daily living activities while promoting independence * Accurate documentation and reporting of care and incidents * Working closely with nurses and allied health professionals...

Experienced Healthcare Assistants (HCA) Learning Disability & Mental Health Southampton & Surrounding Areas We are seeking experienced Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to support adults with learning disabilities and complex mental health needs across services in the Southampton area. The Role You will provide high-quality, person-centred care within supported living, residential, and/or inpatient settings. This role requires confidence in managing complex needs, promoting independence, and working effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Key Responsibilities * Delivering safe, compassionate, and person-centred care * Supporting individuals with learning disabilities and mental health conditions * Managing challenging behaviours using positive behaviour support * Assisting with daily living activities while promoting independence * Accurate documentation and reporting of care and incidents * Working closely with nurses and allied health professionals...

Temporary Outreach & Housing Support Worker (Agency) Location: Isle of Wight Hours: Flexible shifts available, including early mornings and evenings as required Contract: Temporary / Agency Role Overview We are seeking experienced and adaptable Support Workers to join us on a temporary agency basis, providing outreach and housing support services across the Isle of Wight. This role involves assisting individuals who are rough sleeping, residing in emergency or temporary accommodation, or at risk of homelessness. You will manage a caseload, respond to referrals, and consistently uphold high professional standards while working flexibly. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with prior experience in homelessness, housing, or complex needs who is confident working independently within an established service. Key Responsibilities Respond promptly to referrals concerning individuals sleeping rough Conduct outreach visits throughout the Isle of Wight, including early...

Our client in Southampton  are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Community Occupational Therapist to join a well-structured and dynamic team. The client offers a full time and part time contract with an opportunity to work from home, a fair and manageable caseload and further training in your portfolio. The vacancy will be for an initial 3 - 6 months with potential for extension. Main Duties for the Community Occupational Therapist includes; Assessment of service users and carers with complex needs in relation to home environment Providing expert advice, and assessments for equipment and home modifications Adaptations, moving and handling assessments and reducing or minimising the need for care packages. An awareness of the importance of safeguarding vulnerable people, plus an understanding of n the importance of dignity & respect when dealing with people. To Be Successful; Previous experience working as an Occupational Therapist in the community Manual handling experience...

Job Alert - Occupational Therapist Reablement – Wiltshire Council Salary: £33.00 Per Hour Hours: 37 Hours Working Schedule: Monday to Friday Contract Length: 6 Months Location: Floor 2nd, County Hall - Main, BA14 8JN Job Details The candidate will be based in either Monkton Park, Chippenham, or County Hall Trowbridge, but working in Great Western Hospital, Swindon, and Royal United Hospital, Bath,. The role involves working in partnership with staff in GWH and RUH acute hospitals, supporting with hospital discharge planning into the Reablement Service. The ideal candidate must have experience of working in a fast paced and busy environment. Reablement is a short term, therapist led service aiming to prevent, reduce and delay the need for ongoing services. Reablement supports people to be as independent as possible and includes the provision of information and advice, analysis of needs, provision of equipment and adaptations and targeted assistance from a team of support...