128 social worker jobs found in Bournemouth

£100 a week expenses | Flexible Working | Manageable Caseloads | Supportive Leadership | Long-Term Stability If you enjoy high-quality court work and want the space to focus on achieving better outcomes for children, this Children's Social Worker opportunity could be a strong next step. Join a dedicated PLO and court-focused service where experienced practitioners are supported to do their best work. Alternative searches may include Court Social Worker or PLO Social Worker. As a Children's Social Worker, you will benefit from flexible hybrid working, consistent management support, and a stable team environment. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex cases while maintaining a sustainable workload and clear professional focus. Package & Benefits • £42 per hour. • Long-term contract offering stability and continuity. • Flexible hybrid working arrangements. • Manageable caseloads. • Supportive and accessible management team. • Regular supervision and...

Assessments | Loyalty Bonus | Flexibility Encouraged | No Micro-Management | Long Standing staff Leaders in Care are collaborating with a forward-thinking authority in the South West seeking experienced Duty & Assessment Social Workers. This council encourages flexibility and work-life balance, offering hybrid arrangements, potentially 4-day work weeks, and autonomy over your schedule. As a Duty & Assessment Social Worker, you will be the first point of contact for children and families accessing specialist support. Your role will focus on: Conducting Specialist Assessments: Responding to new referrals, completing holistic assessments that take into account the complex needs of children with disabilities, and identifying the appropriate support and services required. Safeguarding and Risk Management: Leading and contributing to safeguarding enquiries, including Section 47 investigations, where there are concerns about a child’s safety or wellbeing, with a focus on...

£42ph | Children with Disabilities Team | South Coast | Flexible Working | Long-Term Contract | Manageable Caseloads | £90 a week expenses Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for your next Children with Disabilities (CWD) contract with excellent pay, flexible working arrangements, and a manageable caseload? We are currently working with a well-established South Coast local authority seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Children with Disabilities Team on a long-term basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive service that prioritises relationship-based practice, high-quality assessments, and positive outcomes for children and young people with disabilities and their families. Working within the CWD Team, you will support children and young people with complex needs, ensuring they receive appropriate services, safeguarding support, and tailored care plans to maximise their wellbeing and development. The service benefits from...

42ph | £90 a week expenses | Children with Disabilities Team | South Coast | Flexible Working | Long-Term Contract | Manageable Caseloads Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for your next Children with Disabilities (CWD) contract with excellent pay, flexible working arrangements, and a manageable caseload? We are currently working with a well-established South Coast local authority seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Children with Disabilities Team on a long-term basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive service that prioritises relationship-based practice, high-quality assessments, and positive outcomes for children and young people with disabilities and their families. Working within the CWD Team, you will support children and young people with complex needs, ensuring they receive appropriate services, safeguarding support, and tailored care plans to maximise their wellbeing and development. The service benefits from...

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 Blandford Forum. 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...

We are currently seeking an experienced Social Worker to join a busy Family Help Team in Blandford area in Dorset.Contracts are 3-6 month to start and then reviewed, 37 hours per week. offering high rates at £38-42ph. Good management structure with regular supervision. Hybrid working We are integrating our Family Help and Child Protection teams to create a seamless service where families only need to tell their story once. As a Social Worker in our Family Help Teams, youll: * build strong, long lasting relationships * support children and families through their journey, from Early Help to court proceedings * work alongside skilled colleagues committed to trauma informed and restorative practice We welcome social workers at all experience levels who are passionate about strengthening families and improving outcomes. About the Role You will be joining a supportive, well-structured, and growing team, with flexible working and regular reflective supervision. This...

Our client Isle of Wight Council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Fostering service. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on...

Were looking for a driven and experienced Social Worker to join one of our 4 NCN Managed Care Teams. Based at Newports Civic Centre (this may alter based on service need) and in the community of Newport undertaking strengths-based assessments as per the SSWBA, reviews, short term pieces of work to maximise independence and well-being. Our NCNs work alongside adults of all ages in their own homes, home in residential/nursing placements or home in supported living and work in collaboration with other organisations and colleagues. This may include the older adult mental health teams, learning disability team, physical disability services. You will be responsible for managing a caseload and ensuring documentation and electronic systems are accurate. Experience in statutory managed care would be great alongside assessment and risk assessment skills. Skills needed are strengths based assessment and communication, time management, risk assessment and mitigation, working alongside...

Social Worker required for work within the Children with Disabilities Team in the Portsmouth area. 37 hrs a week with flexible working. Competitive rates of pay to £42ph depending on experience. The team has a strong management structure and stable team. Children with disabilities social worker - completing safeguarding enquiries with a good knowledge and background of supporting children with disabilities. Flexible working available minimum of 2 days within the office. varied caseloads. great transport links to city. We currently operate a business as usual service which requires five days in the office unless there is specific work required when working from home can be considered This is a Children with Disabilities position and requires the candidates to have the following 1. Candidates have 3 years post qualifying experience 2. Recent experience of working with children with disabilities 3. Preferably in a statutory organisation or the third sector 4....

About the Role For the Social Worker roles based in Hampshire County Council, you will need to use your professional to assess, monitor and review the social care needs of individuals, relatives and carers within a specific care group. It is important to reach the agreed competencies, quality standards and professional good practice in relation to case and risk assessment, as well as to work in partnership with users, carers and relatives to identify current and future service requirements and contribute to service development. For the Children Services in Hampshire, there is the 'Hampshire Approach' which has led to swifter and better outcomes for young people and children. To see children social care services completely reshape they have focused on development of a child-in-need and child protection-related assessment and planning tools, training all social workers, support workers and managers in the 'Hampshire Approach' and embedding, consolidating and continuously improving...

Social Workers required for work within the Adult Learning Disabilities Team in the Taunton area of Somerset. Excellent rates of pay up to £38ph. 3 month minimum contract but possibility to extend. Flexible hybrid working arrangements. Reason for hire - One Off Event/Project An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced social worker to join the Adult Learning Disabilities Team in the Taunton area of Somerset. You will be involved in comprehensive assessments and safeguarding work that will identify real outcomes for our customers that will enable them to remain as independent as they are able within their community. An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Social Worker to join the Adults & Learning Disabilities Team. Candidates will be carrying a complex caseload to enable people with Learning Difficulties to live as fulfilling and independent a life as possible, which includes being part of the community and have the opportunity to gain employment....

Locum Supervising Social Worker Pay: £30 - £35 per hour South West England NonStop Consulting is looking for a Supervising Social Worker who can join a well established Independent Fostering Agency with a Good Ofsted rating in the Somerset area. This is a locum role and it offers flexibility with home working. Benefits: Good Ofsted rating Friendly and supportive team environment Manageable caseload (7 foster families) Interviews available quickly so you can secure a new role as soon as possible Key Responsibilities: The Supervising Social Worker will oversee a small caseload of about 7 high needs foster families located around Somerset. Requirements: Qualified Social Worker experience in fostering Social Work England registration Full driving licence If you believe this opportunity is the right match for your skills and experience, please submit your CV (ideally in Word format) via this site

Our client Somerset Council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Families first team. At Somerset Council, we are proud to be on an ambitious journey to transform how we support children and families across the county. As part of our Families First Partnership programme, we are reshaping services to ensure families receive the right help, at the right time, in the right way-working together with partners across social care, education, Police, health, and communities. This is a significant and exciting period of change. We are developing a more connected, relationship-based system that puts children, young people and families at the centre-strengthening early help, enhancing multi-agency working, and supporting more children to grow up safely within their families and communities. We have an exciting opportunity for two experienced Social Workers to join our Family Safeguarding South Somerset team. We have two, six month bespoke posts available, to focus on...

Children & Family Reunification Support Worker Contract - Initial 3 months (possible extension) Rate - £23 (umbrella rate) Location - Alton Going Home Workers play a vital role in supporting children in care to safely return to their parent(s) or those with parental responsibility. They also have a key part in embedding and driving the improvements to our reunification process across social care as we move towards our updated Going Home pathway. Working closely with social workers, Intensive Workers, district teams, foster carers and partner agencies, with most of their time being engaged in direct work with children and families. Their responsibilities include: Assessment & Engagement Engaging directly with children, parents and wider families during the Going Home process to build trust and gather meaningful insights to support and inform decision making. Collating and reviewing key information to assist social workers with completion of assessments to determine...

Growth and Partnerships Manager (6 Month Contract) | Hybrid Romsey & Hampshire Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum Our client, a values-driven and award-winning care provider, is seeking a Growth and Partnerships Manager to join their team on an initial 6-month contract. This role will support the continued growth and development of domiciliary care services across Hampshire through the strengthening of professional relationships, community engagement and local partnerships. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who enjoys relationship building, networking and stakeholder engagement. Working closely with healthcare professionals, community organisations and local authorities you will help raise awareness of services, develop referral networks and support sustainable growth through trusted partnerships. The role is predominantly Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, although some flexibility may be required to attend networking events, community initiatives and...

We are looking for dedicated Support Workers to join our team providing high-quality care in the Dorchester area. We have consistent, ongoing shifts available with a well-established supported living provider. This is agency work with the flexibility to choose shifts that suit you. --What you'll be doing:-- - Supporting individuals with daily living activities - Promoting independence and wellbeing - Assisting with medication administration - Providing person-centred support in a supported living setting --Shifts available:-- - Day shifts and long days - Part-time and full-time hours available - Flexible scheduling - you pick what works --What we're looking for:-- - Experience in support work or social care (essential) - Lone Worker Training (desirable - training can be provided) - Medication Administration knowledge - Right to work in the UK - Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to obtain one) --What we offer:-- - Competitive pay rates - Flexible working - you...

Childcare Support Worker (SEN Residential & Day School) Prospero Teaching is seeking compassionate, resilient, and dedicated Childcare Support Workers to join a specialist day and residential SEN school in Eastleigh from September. This specialist provision supports pupils aged 11-16 with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, challenging behaviour, SEMH needs, and associated learning difficulties. The school provides a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where young people are supported to develop confidence, independence, and essential life skills. Key Responsibilities Provide high-quality care and support within both educational and residential settings. Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and promote their wellbeing. Support young people with autism, ADHD, behavioural needs, and emotional regulation difficulties. Implement behaviour support strategies and encourage positive outcomes. Assist with daily routines, personal...

Face-to-Face Mentor About the Opportunity We're looking for Face-to-Face Mentors to support vulnerable children and young people across SO31, Southampton, Portsmouth, and surrounding Hampshire areas. Working on behalf of Local Authorities, you'll provide dedicated 1:1 mentoring for learners who may be unable to access mainstream education, are awaiting suitable placements, or require additional support to build confidence and re-engage with learning. This is a highly rewarding role focused on developing trust, encouraging positive routines, and helping young people overcome barriers that may be affecting their education and wellbeing. Location: SO31, Southampton, Portsmouth & Surrounding Hampshire Areas Start Date: September Hours: Flexible Pay: £25-£30 per hour Role Type: Face-to-Face Mentoring What You'll Be Doing Providing consistent 1:1 mentoring support Building positive, professional relationships with young people Encouraging engagement with education and...

Do you have a genuine desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with SEND? We are seeking a calm, compassionate, and committed Teaching Assistant (TA) to offer dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil at a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Devizes. The school has excellent facilities and a supportive staff team. This role focuses on providing steady, individualised assistance that gives the student the opportunity to thrive in a nurturing and secure learning environment. Full-time availability is preferred but not essential. Main Responsibilities: Deliver one-to-one support tailored to the individual needs of the pupil throughout the school day. Build a trusting and supportive relationship to help the pupil gain confidence and engage in learning. Collaborate with the class teacher and SENDCo to support positive behaviour and personalised learning strategies. Ensure the pupil feels heard, understood, and valued. Create and maintain a...

Property Administrator I'm delighted to be recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of a well-established and highly respected organisation that I've had the pleasure of partnering with for several years. During that time, I've seen firsthand their commitment to their people, their supportive culture, and the opportunities they provide for long-term career development. There is an opportunity for temp to perm, and also a temp role. If you're someone who enjoys structured, process-driven administration and takes pride in accuracy and attention to detail, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a friendly and collaborative team. This role is ideal for an organised administrator who thrives in a focused environment, enjoys working through processes, and gains satisfaction from ensuring records and documentation are maintained to the highest standard. Whilst the work is repetitive in nature, it plays a vital role in ensuring customer and property records remain accurate,...