Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council · Bournemouth, England · £46k–£50k
This is a live UK-based role at Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, a UK Skilled Worker sponsor tracked by Sponsorly AI against the Home Office register. Posted 25 September 2026. Listed as open until 26 October 2026.
Job Introduction Social Workers (Level 2 & 3) – Children in Care Teams Location: Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole (BCP), Dorset Salary: Competitive + Local Government Pension + Potential Relocation Scheme Contract: Full-time & Part-Time, Permanent Make a real difference in Children’s lives. Join us at BCP Council. We’re proud to have achieved a GOOD Ofsted rating (Dec 2024) , and we’re on an exciting improvement journey. Now, we’re looking for experienced, passionate Social Workers to join our Children in Care Teams and help us deliver outstanding care and support to the children and young people who need us most. Why BCP? Our workforce says it best: “Career progression is encouraged within BCP – it’s a rewarding job and something I absolutely love .” “It’s a lovely place to live and work. Dorset is a wonderful county, and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are vibrant, busy urban areas right on the sea front.” “I’ve never felt so supported.” Check out this video: A day in the life of three social workers at BCP Council on Vimeo About the Role As part of one of our four Children in Care Teams, you’ll work alongside dedicated colleagues to ensure every child receives the best possible care. You’ll collaborate with carers, families, and agencies to create and maintain care plans that truly meet each child’s needs. BCP Council is the corporate parent to around 500 children and young people , including care-experienced young adults aged 18–25. Your work will have a direct impact on their lives and futures. What We’re Looking For Significant experience in frontline safeguarding social work Ability to manage complex referrals and casework Strong analytical, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills Experience mentoring less experienced staff or students Commitment to continuous professional development Willingness to undertake Practice Education training if not already qualified You’ll also need to be able to travel across the BCP area. What We Offer Full induction & Practice Fundamentals support Clear career progression & excellent learning opportunities Manageable caseloads & regular supervision 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) increasing after 2 years continuous service Flexible working arrangements in refurbished offices across the area Employee Assistance Programme Relocation Scheme (subject to approval) Staff network groups Ready to Join Us? Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK. If you’re reflective, proactive, resilient, and passionate about putting children’s voices at the heart of everything you do, we’d love to hear from you. You can also find out more about the new terms and conditions that we are introducing on our careers site on, 'More than just a job' brochure For an informal discussion, contact Shan Searle, Service Manager for Children in Care at shan.searle@bcpcouncil.gov.uk . Apply today and hel…
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